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2017 Carlisle Limerick Lane Zinfandel

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November 5, 2023 - $44

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RATINGS

98Jeb Dunnuck

...awesome notes of cassis, violets, sandalwood, spice box, and earth, it hits the palate with incredible power and richness, yet is always weightless and seamless, with beautiful tannins. This is a magical, almost perfect Zinfandel...

92The Wine Advocate

...chocolate-covered blueberries, dusty black plum, warm peach, charcuterie, potpourri and exotic spice. Medium-bodied, silky and giving, it offers loads of chocolaty fruit, with gently chewy tannins and very juicy acidity, finishing long, layered and a bit warm.

92Wine Spectator

Powerfully built, offering an intense core of lively tannins and acidity, paired with raspberry and blueberry flavors, plus smoky tarragon, crushed stone and white pepper notes.

92-95Vinous / IWC

Pliant and supple, with terrific drive...has so much to offer. All the elements come together in an effortless, complete wine. Silky and polished...

REGION

United States, California, Sonoma, Russian River Valley

Russian River Valley AVA is named for the river that meanders from Mendocino County in the north until it finally runs into the Pacific Ocean north of San Francisco. The AVA is cool thanks to its proximity to the northern California coast and the river, and grape growers must learn to deal with regular fog. Nevertheless in recent decades the AVA has become one of the best in the state, meaning that its wines often earn excellent reviews and have considerable cachet. The AVA status was awarded in 1983 and today the appellation has 15,000 vineyard acres. Chardonnay is the most widely planted grape though Pinot Noir has also been very successful in recent decades. Russian River Valley Pinot Noir are known for being rich, lush and filled with concentrated fruit and berry flavors. Russian River Pinot Noirs are today considered some of the best domestic Pinot Noirs.

TYPE

Red Wine, Zinfandel

Zinfandel is a black-skinned grape, but 85% of the wine produced is made into a rosy “White Zinfandel.” Red Zin is far more complex and bold, while still being light-bodied. It grows in popularity as winemakers continue to experiment with new styles and blends.