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The 2021 vintage earned 94 points from Wine Enthusiast, and Wine Spectator placed an earlier vintage among its Top 12 Zinfandels of 2012—a testament to the wine's consistency across releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 15.4%  |  Origin: Mokelumne River AVA, Lodi, California  |  Old Vine Zinfandel  |  Winery: Klinker Brick Winery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKlinker Brick Winery is located in the Mokelumne River AVA of Lodi, a region whose sandy loam soils and warm days have supported Zinfandel cultivation for well over a century. The Old Vine bottling draws fruit from up to 16 different vineyard blocks, with vine ages ranging from approximately 35 to 120 years old and an average age around 87 years. After fermentation, the wine is aged for 15 months in American oak barrels, a regimen that amplifies the richness inherent in fruit from these low-yielding, head-trained vines without overwhelming their varietal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with dark berries and ripe black plum, followed by layers of coffee, baking spices, and a subtle potpourri-like floral quality. There is an earthy undercurrent—forest floor and a trace of graphite—that signals real vineyard depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the palate, the entry is immediately juicy, with concentrated black cherry and blackberry flavors carrying the wine into a mid-palate defined by bramble and black pepper. 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And a \u003cstrong\u003eRed Wine Spritzer\u003c\/strong\u003e with sparkling water and a twist of orange peel can tame the high alcohol while preserving the fruit-forward character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA weekend barbecue centered around smoked brisket or ribs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a red wine lover who gravitates toward bold, high-impact California reds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a Lodi Zinfandel vertical tasting alongside different vintages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA hearty winter dinner party featuring braised or grilled meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Klinker Brick Old Vine Zin taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a rich, concentrated Zinfandel dominated by black cherry, blackberry, and black plum, layered with black pepper, baking spices, and charred oak. The tannins are firm but balanced by the wine's generous fruit weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Klinker Brick Old Vine Zin compare to Bogle Old Vine Zinfandel?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both wines source from old, head-trained California Zinfandel vines, but Klinker Brick draws from vines averaging roughly 87 years old in Lodi's Mokelumne River AVA, while Bogle uses vines in the 60- to 80-year-old range. Klinker Brick generally runs higher in alcohol and concentration, and its 94-point Wine Enthusiast score for the 2021 vintage places it in a more critically acclaimed tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Klinker Brick Old Vine Zin good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely—its layered aromatics and extended finish reward careful, contemplative drinking. A slight chill to around 60–65°F helps balance the wine's 15.4% ABV and lets the fruit and spice details emerge clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Klinker Brick Old Vine Zin made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced by Klinker Brick Winery in the Mokelumne River AVA of Lodi, California, a region in the northern San Joaquin Valley long recognized as one of America's premier Zinfandel growing areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Klinker Brick Old Vine Zin?\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoked or grilled tri-tip benefits from the wine's peppery intensity. Slow-cooked pulled pork matches its sweetness and spice. Aged cheddar or Gouda echoes its caramel-oak tones. Eggplant Parmesan provides a savory, umami-driven counterpoint. 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With blocks averaging 87 years old and some approaching 120, the fruit concentration is naturally intense—no winemaking trick can replicate what decades-old root systems extract from Lodi's sandy loam soils. The 94-point Wine Enthusiast rating for the 2021 vintage and a Gold Medal at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition for the 2020 vintage confirm that the quality is not a one-off. Fifteen months in American oak adds structure without turning the wine into an oak-bomb, and the 100% Zinfandel varietal purity means what you taste is a direct expression of old-vine Lodi terroir. 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Awarded 93 points by The Tasting Panel and 90 points from Wine Spectator, the 2015 vintage represents one of the most concentrated expressions in the Klinker Brick lineup, drawn from the winery's oldest vineyard blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 15.3%  |  Origin: Lodi, California — Mokelumne AVA  |  Varietal: 100% Zinfandel  |  Winery: Klinker Brick\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKlinker Brick is a Lodi-based winery rooted in old-vine agriculture across the Mokelumne River sub-appellation. The Old Ghost bottling is the winery's flagship old-vine Zinfandel, sourced each year from their most venerable blocks — vines that yield just one ton of fruit per acre, roughly a third of standard Zinfandel production. The tiny berries produced at this low yield deliver intensely concentrated juice with exceptional extraction of color, flavor, and structure from the skins. After harvest, the 2015 was aged for 18 months in a 60\/40 blend of American and French oak barrels, layering spice and structure onto the fruit's natural density.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with a rush of ripe brambleberry, black raspberry, and dark plum, followed by exotic spice, ground anise, and clove. Behind the fruit sits a layer of fresh earth and tomato leaf that adds savory complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e On entry, the wine is mouth-filling, plush, and dense, with spiced cherry and boysenberry fruit dominating the front palate. Mid-palate, white pepper and firm tannins emerge alongside flavors of licorice, cola, and dark chocolate. A dusting of cocoa powder and cracked black pepper builds toward the peak, where the oak integration becomes seamless with the fruit concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is long and warming, carrying bramble fruit, baking spice, and a subtle mint nuance that lingers well after the sip. Tannins remain firm but resolved, providing structure without bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Old Ghost Zinfandel\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA wine of this density and complexity is best served at 60–65°F in a large-bowled glass that lets the aromatics open up. Decanting for 30–45 minutes softens the tannins and reveals the secondary spice layers. While this is primarily a sipping wine, its bold profile works well alongside food: try it with smoked tri-tip where the charred meat mirrors the wine's pepper and earth; serve it alongside braised short ribs where the wine's tannins cut through the richness; or pair it with a dark chocolate dessert course to echo the cocoa and licorice finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a Zinfandel enthusiast who appreciates old-vine bottlings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnchoring a red wine tasting focused on Lodi's premium expressions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with a weekend barbecue featuring smoked or grilled meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellaring for special occasions — the tannin structure and concentration support medium-term aging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Old Ghost Zinfandel taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2015 Old Ghost delivers dense, layered flavors of brambleberry, spiced cherry, dark plum, cola, and dark chocolate, framed by firm tannins and cracked black pepper. It is a full-bodied, mouth-filling wine with noticeable but well-integrated oak influence from 18 months in American and French barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Old Ghost compare to Bedrock Wine Co. Old Vine Zinfandel?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both wines champion old-vine Zinfandel from California, but Old Ghost leans into power and concentration at 15.3% ABV with a single-varietal approach, while Bedrock Old Vine tends toward a more restrained, terroir-driven style that often incorporates field-blend components. Old Ghost also sees a higher proportion of American oak, contributing more overt spice and vanilla character than Bedrock's typically French oak–influenced profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Old Ghost good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — this is a wine built for contemplative drinking, with enough complexity in its fruit, spice, and earth layers to reward slow, attentive sipping. 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The 18-month aging program in a thoughtful blend of American and French oak adds structural complexity without masking the fruit. Two respected publications scored the 2015 vintage at 90 or above, confirming its quality in a competitive vintage across California. 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Both share the varietal's signature peppery spine and floral aromatics, but the Klinker Brick bottling is noticeably bolder and more fruit-forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Farrah Syrah good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely—its layered aromatics, balanced tannins, and long finish reward slow, attentive drinking, especially after a brief decant to let the herbal and floral notes fully emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Farrah Syrah made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Klinker Brick Winery is located in Lodi, California, in the northern San Joaquin Valley, a region known for its warm days, cool Delta breezes, and deep sandy-loam soils that are particularly well suited to old-vine Rhône varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Farrah Syrah?\u003c\/strong\u003e Braised short ribs work exceptionally well, as the wine's tannin and dark fruit cut through rich, fatty meat. Grilled lamb chops echo the wine's herbal, rosemary-like notes. Aged Gouda or Gruyère complement the chocolate and earthy undertones. Black bean mole benefits from the shared spice and cocoa character. 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The 92-point score from James Suckling on the 2023 vintage, following Gold medals at two major California competitions for the 2022 vintage, confirms this is not a one-off success but a reliably excellent bottling. The all-French-oak aging regimen adds structure and cocoa-rich polish without masking the grape's peppery, floral character. 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The production approach — early-harvest fruit at 18–20° Brix, whole cluster pressing with no skin contact, and entirely cold stainless steel fermentation — mirrors serious Provençal technique rather than the afterthought rosé treatment common among many domestic producers. The result is a wine with genuine structural acidity, dry finish, and layered aromatics that reward attention without demanding it. 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