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Lange Twins, Ivory & Burt, Old Vine Zinfandel, 2022, Lodi, California, America
Producer Profile
Lange Twins is a family-owned and farm-first winery in the Lodi appellation of California, committed to cultivating a lasting impact.
Behind a glass of Lange Twins wine is a legacy of responsible land stewardship and forward-thinking sustainable winegrowing practices ensuring the unique estate vineyard blocks they’ve farmed for generations are preserved for the future.
The Lange family started in California on the cusp of the gold rush just as this fertile western region became a state. With a German ancestry, the twins’ great grandparents emigrated to Lodi in 1870. Their initial farming venture was non-irrigated watermelons and wheat. After years of demanding work, a vineyard was purchased in the early 1900’s – property that is tilled by the family today.
Passing down agrarian talents from father-to-son, landed twins Randy and Brad Lange the chance to carve out a modern business of not only planting, cultivating, and nurturing the vines, but making the leap to bottle their hard work as premium wines.
The twins’ vision, confidence, and determination grew a profitable business in the Lodi and Clarksburg appellations from a small family property to more significant holdings, including a state-of-the-art winery. All of which gives the family the opportunity to manage the business with a 360-degree approach.
The generational shift continues as their children, now talented adults, have stepped forward with the fifth generation of Langes making a calculated lifelong commitment to the family. Each member of the fifth gen has carved out their role in either the viticulture or winery team by adding their unique spin and leadership to the future of agriculture, not only locally, but also holding state and national positions.
IVORY & BURT – A handshake between the past and the present, Ivory & Burt Wines are a nod to Lodi’s first general store, the centre of Lodi in 1869. Crafted with purpose. Connected with community.
Settled in 1859 and officially incorporated in 1906, Lodi’s first citizens flocked to the area for the developing railroad and chose to stay for the agriculture opportunities.
Viticulture
From wheat to watermelons, Lodi’s original crops took advantage of the same Mediterranean climate and soil that makes it a prime location for growing premium wine grapes today.
Farmed responsibly and validated with dual certification through The Lodi Rules and California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance (CSWA).
Lodi is California’s largest winegrowing region. Located just 100 miles east of San Francisco in the San Joaquin Valley, Lodi is the leading producer of classic California varietals, such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. This land is also home to the largest collection of old vine Zinfandel vineyards in California.
Winemaking
The 2022 Lange Twins Ivory & Burt Old Vine Zinfandel undergoes extended maturation in a combination of French and American oak barrels.
Tasting Note
From the heart of the Lodi Appellation’s legendary old vines, this 2022 Zinfandel is a masterpiece of depth and complexity. It opens with bold aromas
of blackberry, boysenberry, and dried fig. Aged in a combination of American and French oak, this wine’s structured tannins and gentle spice notes lead to a lingering, luxurious finish that invites you to savour every sip.
Goes well with
Pair it with grilled meats, hearty stews, or smoky barbecue.
Cellaring
2 – 5 years with careful cellaring.
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Features
Varieties: Zinfandel 100%
Colour: Red
ABV: 15%
Closure: Natural Cork
Style: Still
Case Size: 12 x 75cl
Country: America
Region: Lodi, California
Vintage: 2022
