Brambly nose with some vanilla, flavors were a bit reversed in intensity at first, but after a while the vanilla (I'm assuming from the oak influence) faded and the bramble came out more. On day 2 it was better as it seemed more open. So perhaps needs a little more time. Overall was good and hand a non-distinct mixed berry jam flavor. Not tannic, low acidity, medium long finish, nice.
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Purple in color. 14.9% ABV. Sublime nose of red and black fruits, black licorice and pepper. Medium body with perfect acidity and balance. Packed with rich, lush fruits. Black cherry, blackberry, chocolate and earth on the palate. The finish is long and supple. Bigger and bolder than most the Zins in the Carlisle lineup. This will drink well for another 3-5 years.
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8/22/2023 - Teaky Likes this wine:
Brambly nose with some vanilla, flavors were a bit reversed in intensity at first, but after a while the vanilla (I'm assuming from the oak influence) faded and the bramble came out more. On day 2 it was better as it seemed more open. So perhaps needs a little more time. Overall was good and hand a non-distinct mixed berry jam flavor. Not tannic, low acidity, medium long finish, nice.
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4/8/2023 - tomlee wrote: 91 Points
Purple in color. 14.9% ABV. Sublime nose of red and black fruits, black licorice and pepper. Medium body with perfect acidity and balance. Packed with rich, lush fruits. Black cherry, blackberry, chocolate and earth on the palate. The finish is long and supple. Bigger and bolder than most the Zins in the Carlisle lineup. This will drink well for another 3-5 years.
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11/27/2022 - 2loyal wrote: 91 Points
Terrific zin, but seems to have lost a step over the past year.
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10/23/2022 - Acohen Likes this wine: 92 Points
Blueberry, raspberry and bramble for the win
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2/2/2022 - 1997cobalt Likes this wine: 95 Points
My oh my. Full bodied and flavor. A great mix of smoothness with a nice lasting mildly tannic finish. Winner !
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