Klinker Brick Brickmason 2016

Reviewed on June 12, 2020

Klinker Brick winery is located in Lodi, California. The Lodi AVA is a historic wine region nestled between the San Francisco Bay and the Sierra Nevada Mountains. This is Zinfandel country! Vines have been planted here for over 150 years.

The Brickmason is a blend of 4 grapes - 80% Zinfandel, 10% Syrah, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Petite Sirah. The Zinfandel is sourced from 2 different vineyards. The Burney Mettler vineyard at 58 years old is an Old Vine plot. These vines produce full bodied, rich Zinfandel full of black fruit character. The other vineyard is the younger block of the Costa Old Vine vineyard. These younger vines were planted in 1987 right beside the established vineyard and contributes bright red fruit flavours. The other 3 grapes include, Syrah (adds depth), Cabernet Sauvignon (adds tannins) and Petite Sirah (adds structure). With its lush flavours of plums, black raspberries, cherries, black pepper and vanilla, it is a natural match with grilled meats on the barbecue.

Region - Lodi AVA, California, USA