RandyCaparoso.wineauthorAug 14, 2025

I *live* the life of old vine viticulture. Thank you for letting me share it with you!

This morning: Communing with 80-year-old own-rooted Grenache.

The drama captured and framed: Lewis Vineyard Zinfandel, planted in 1903.

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RandyCaparoso.wineauthorApr 29, 2024
Go to winecholarguild.com to read part 1 of my 2-part piece delving deep into the difficulties, and rewards, of appreciating old vine growths and wines, starting with changes in perception. Re https://www.winescholarguild.com/blog/viticulture-insights/why-appreciation-of-old-vines-is-challenging-yet-more-important-than-ever
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