Gnarly Head wines began with a vision and a vine. In 2004, on a mission to make a serious Zinfandel, our winemakers journeyed to Lodi in central California in search of the famed old vine Zinfandel vineyards. Grown in the head-trained, spur-pruned method for over a century, these vigorous gnarled vines produced more ripened red fruit than they had ever seen. But Zinfandel is not the only grape that can be Gnarly. Our winemakers select grapes from some of the best vineyards in Northern California to produce wines in our Gnarly house style--big and juicy.Aromas of black cherry, blackberry, freshly cracked black peppercorn, and violet floralFull BodiedFlavors of dense black fruit compote and currant followed by a trio of clove, spice, and earthBoldly pairs with grilled lamb skewers, strong cheeses, or spaghetti BologneseGnarly Head wines have been awarded over 70 Gold Medals since 2012.