TN: 2019 Bedrock Wine Co. Zinfandel Old Vine (USA, California)

[Tom_G_l_a_s_g_o_w]

I didn’t say it wasn’t worth $20, I just don’t get the frenzy. If you draw a hard line at $20, the OVZ is a probably decent option. But best QPR? No. It’s not offensive in any way, but also has little depth and is not particularly interesting to me. There are plenty of reds that check similar boxes, especially from regions like Beaujolais (Sunier, Coudert, Foillard) or Loire (Baudry, Raffault) and tons of Italian wines. Or domestic producers like Arnot-Roberts (Trousseau, Syrah) and Anthill (Syrah) that are more my style and give me more enjoyment for the money (but granted, they are a bit more expensive).

Gotcha! Yep, I’m with you on Beaujolais offering wines with similar QPR, but I don’t feel you as much with Arnot-Roberts. Interesting wines but they don’t jump out as QPR killers to me at all.

Also surprised you don’t find the OVZ interesting or having any depth. To me, that’s exactly what it provides and why it gets so much love here. Always exciting, delicious wines with plenty of complexity…especially at $19 a bottle.

Different strokes and all that

Apparently, Andy doesn’t like zin. In general I agree, but I like Bedrock zin. I agree with liking Beaujolais and it being good value.

[Brian_S_t_o_t_t_e_r]

Opened the 2019 tonight and left to slow ox per David’s recommendations. This wine definitely has depth and complexity and is an absolute delight. Can tell that there is more fruit from Bedrock vineyard in this vintage.

[Andrew_Demaree]

I used to be underwhelmed by the OVZ, as well, until I realized I wasn’t giving them enough time in the cellar. Now they are, for me, the best $20 wine out there. I particularly like that the price has stayed steady, while many wines have increased in price over the last few years. I’m currently drinking the 2015s and they’re delicious.

[Steve_Gautier]

2017 tonight seemed very young. Will be interested to see where it is tomorrow but I most likely won’t open my next one for 2+ years.

[Albert_R]

I used to be underwhelmed by the OVZ, as well, until I realized I wasn’t giving them enough time in the cellar. Now they are, for me, the best $20 wine out there. I particularly like that the price has stayed steady, while many wines have increased in price over the last few years. I’m currently drinking the 2015s and they’re delicious.

We just finished our 15’s. I agree!

[Brian_S_t_o_t_t_e_r]

I still have one 2015 left, drank two of them earlier this year. Might let it go further for “science” but so fun to drink now.

[Dan_Hammer]

I opened the 2018 last Thanksgiving. It was ok, but not an oh my wine. I still holding another bottle. Based on the CT notes, people aren’t in love with the ‘18. Rating average is 90 points.

So can anyone tell me what makes my 2019’s something I should look forward to opening, or will the ‘19 be a wine that I’ll bring to a dinner with non geeks?

Dan

[Robert.A.Jr]

I opened the 2018 last Thanksgiving. It was ok, but not an oh my wine. I still holding another bottle. Based on the CT notes, people aren’t in love with the ‘18. Rating average is 90 points.

So can anyone tell me what makes my 2019’s something I should look forward to opening, or will the ‘19 be a wine that I’ll bring to a dinner with non geeks?

Dan

Isn’t 90 a very good wine? At $20, I’m happy there. It’s meant to be a high quality daily drinker while the SVDs mature. There have been some vintages, sounds like 2019, where they definitely over-perform.

[Michael_Martin]

I opened the 2018 last Thanksgiving. It was ok, but not an oh my wine. I still holding another bottle. Based on the CT notes, people aren’t in love with the ‘18. Rating average is 90 points.

So can anyone tell me what makes my 2019’s something I should look forward to opening, or will the ‘19 be a wine that I’ll bring to a dinner with non geeks?

Dan

Isn’t 90 a very good wine? At $20, I’m happy there. It’s meant to be a high quality daily drinker while the SVDs mature. There have been some vintages, sounds like 2019, where they definitely over-perform.

+1

[Brian_Lynch]

Popped one last night and visited it over three hours. Came around pretty well with air but you will be better off waiting two years since this has more stuffing than your typical entry level zin.

Will deliver high enjoyment at a song in two years.

[Rich_Brown]

I opened the 2018 last Thanksgiving. It was ok, but not an oh my wine. I still holding another bottle. Based on the CT notes, people aren’t in love with the ‘18. Rating average is 90 points.

So can anyone tell me what makes my 2019’s something I should look forward to opening, or will the ‘19 be a wine that I’ll bring to a dinner with non geeks?

Dan

Isn’t 90 a very good wine? At $20, I’m happy there. It’s meant to be a high quality daily drinker while the SVDs mature. There have been some vintages, sounds like 2019, where they definitely over-perform.

+1

100% this.

Sounds like you were expecting the fireworks of an aged SVD with the $19 entry level bottle?

[David_Bu3ker]

Clearly I overplayed this for some people.

No apologies though. When you can have as good a wine as this for $20 it’s a big deal IMO.

[Brian_Tuite]

My Wife opened another bottle of this the other night and I had a glass last night after it had a couple days to settle down. Still has that harshness on the back of the palate that tells me it’s not ready to open up. I’m giving these some time to unwind. Far from drink me now status.