Three Wine Company, Old Vines Field Blend (2016)

California, United States
Rich and intense, this this Old Vine Field Blend is a luscious combination of ancient-vines:
Carignane (39%), Mataro (26%), Zinfandel (17%), Petite Sirah (11%), Alicante Bouschet (5%), and Black Malvoisie (2%).

Each of these varietals contribute to the deep purple/black color and piercing, high-toned aromas of boysenberry, violets and dark plum. Massive on the attack, showing off all of its 100+-year-old-vine pedigree. Packed with crushed black fruits and black cherry liqueur, the finish remains firm and vibrant. Drink now (hard not to), or lay down for up to a decade. As with all these ancient-vine reds, oxygen is its friend.