Because there are no regulations or classifications around the term “Old Vines,” many wine producers unfortunately use this term on their labels as a marketing play. So what makes a grape vine an old vine? The answer truly varies based on who you ask, so my wine recommendation is come up with your own opinion on this topic.
For me, I think vines over 50+ years earn their right to be in the “Old Vine” category! And in this video below, I share how old vine wines can bring out some truly unique characteristics in a wine.
So tune in to learn a little about old vines, and the delicious wine that I am drinking today:
I would love to hear from you: How many years-old do you classify grape vines as old?