2021 Carlisle Papera Ranch Zinfandel [WS94][JD93]

Producer: Carlisle Winery 
Region: Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California 
Blend: 96% Zinfandel, 4% Carignan 
Year: 2021   

Wine Spectator, 94 Points 

"Few Zinfandels show this much nuance and detail, yet there's an elegant power to this red, with cherry and raspberry flavors that mingle with orange peel and fresh sage. Ends with refined tannins." 

Jeb Dunnuck, 93 Points 

"The 2020 Zinfandel Papera Ranch is ripe with fresh berries, raspberry preserve, and baking spice. Its gushy fruit up front gives way to a note of raspberry seed and refreshing lift on the finish. Drink 2023-2032." 

Winemaker's Notes: 

"Medium to medium-dark ruby-red. Very cool, stately aromas of red cherry, cola, and fresh tobacco leaf. On the palate, medium-full bodied. Flavors of red fruits and blood orange take front and center stage, persisting through the long, smooth finish. Not a wine of bombast but instead, one of elegance, purity, and quiet confidence. Wonderful now, this can be enjoyed through at least 2028." 

Alcohol: 15% 

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