Many of California’s top Zinfandels come from grapes grown on vines over 50 years in age. While “old vines” is not a regulated designation, there are characteristics specific to old-vine wines that make their origin obvious. Learn more about the history of these unique vines, the vineyards they call home and the wines still being produced from their fruit with senior editor and lead taster for California Zinfandel, Tim Fish!
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