As many know, I love me some age on my Bedrock's. That said, I think this 2012 Papara might be a drink in the near-term wine. Perfectly integrated and drinking well, but maybe a little less exciting than past tastings. Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed this....but will probably drink my last bottles in the next year or so.
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Brought down to cellar temperature and then decanted for two hours. The nose is extremely subtle but has very clear Zinfandel notes of chocolate, earth and rustic red fruits. Really not that full-bodied on the palate and this didn’t stand up well to a fairly mild spaghetti bolognese. Without food this has a light, contemplative finish. Not bad, but expected some more depth and complexity.
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Still tight after 2 hours of air. Still room for this one to age. K liked better than the 2012 Carignane. Full bodied. Fruit still forward with spice/pepper. Will revisit in 3-5? Years.
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PnP. Ruby to garnet on the edges medium clarity and body. Expressive nose of savory dark fruits some spice. Body is medium full, bright with dark fruits and medium tannins. Finish cut a bit short or would have given it a few more points. Beautiful wine that is drinking well.
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Rich dark red color just beginning to show signs of age. The Bedrock Papera fuses cool climate perfume and spice of RRV Zinfandel and the crunchy substance and savory red fruit of Carignan. Nothing in the Bedrock line up I love more, especially the Spanish Priorat mouthfeel. The 2012 is in a good spot now.
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This bottling drank very well on night one. Terrific energy, structure, freshness, and fruit. Russian River Zinfandel (54%) dominates the profile. The wine dropped off on night two - still tasty but it lost a lot of the original energy.
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Has become much more integrated and somewhat less tannic since previous bottle ten months ago. Still almost exclusively red fruits on the nose and on the palate. Just a little too tannic to be well balanced (wish I had another bottle to try in a year). Medium body at best, with a good finish. Obviously has plenty of life left in it.
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Opaque crimson cole with gorgeous aromatics of leather black and red fruit, white pepper, licorice and baking spice. On the palate it’s full-bodied with ample fruit and balancing bright acidity with velvety well integrated tannins and boysenberry, black raspberry liqueur, black cherry, spice, black licorice plum skin flavors with a long finish! 14.7% abv
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Had alongside a 2012 Papera zin from Carlisle. While the Carlisle showed red AND black fruit, the Bedrock was all red, with somewhat less depth. Even after 2+ hours of air, the Bedrock was still pretty tannic.. More significantly, it was somewhat disjointed - fruit, alcohol, tannins, etc. were not integrated into a more seamless whole. All of that suggests to me that it needs at least another year or two in the bottle, after which it may well merit a higher score.
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PnP. Dark bright crimson with purple tones. Great nose with high-toned notes of spice and red fruit. Very complex. Juicy flavors of red fruit, sweet spice and licorice. The tannins play well with vibrant acidity to carry the flavors into a long, refreshing finish. 92 pts. Drink now to 2023.
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Dark fruit combine with savory notes to create a Zinfandel based wine that is full of excitement. Wonderful texture and depth. Decanted for thirty minutes. This wine still has a lot of up side, but it is drinking wonderfully today.
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Great fruit intensity and acid balance. Brambly black fruit. Still plenty of tannin but has rounded out a little. Last bottle was 3 years ago and this has many more to go. No rush but really memorable now.
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Maroon in color. 14.7% ABV. Sensational nose of red and black fruits, leather and pepper. Fresh and vibrant with tons of acidity. Rich and plush with fruit in spades. Raspberry liqueur, boysenberries, plums and white pepper on the palate. The finish is long and spicy. For me, 2012 is the vintage where Bedrock took it to another level. Exceptionally well made wines across the board. Drink the Papera over the next 2-3 years.
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One glass Coravin access, let breathe 30 mins or so. Red fruited Zin nose, very expressive. Palate is mostly tart and shut down to begin with, but it's unfolding nicely after an hour. Raspberry, licorice, tart strawberry, plum, and a faint hint of coffee and cream towards the end. Acidity dominates the finish. Great wine, and should improve. Still too early to tell, and granted, the blends are a lot different, but the Carlisle from the same vineyard/vintage feels more complete, and would choose it over this one for even money at this stage of the game.
Vertical tasting of 2012, 2013, and 2014 Bedrock Papaera Ranch. All wines poured through aerator and into decanters 4 hours prior to tasting. All three are still young and not surprisingly the 2012 is drinking better than the '13 or '14. The 2012 had a tad more pepper than the others. The 2013 was a touch more "fruity" than the '12 or '14 and the '13 also showed a splash of strawberry or raspberry that the others didn't have. The color of the 2013 was slightly brighter too. All three have plenty of tannins suggesting more cellar time is advisable. Differences between the 3 wines were subtle and speak to the consistency of the vineyard. All four wine drinkers agreed these are well made wines worthy of the reviews scoring 91+ points.
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It's from Bedrock, so well made. Nose of dark fruit and brambly goodness. More dark fruits on entry with high acidity. Bramble, iron, and a bit of a gamey thing too. Nice.
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Wonderful old vine field blend. Of course zin takes the center stage, brambly blackberry raspberry spice. But the other mixed blacks can be felt as well. High acid, no perceptible heat, and even restrained when compared to carlisles bottling of this historic vineyard. Both do a great job, but this dials down the body and alcohol. Great wine. Will last.
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Dark plum color. Fruity/brambly nose. Blackberry and plum on the tip of the tongue. Also, suggestions of pepper, anise and cocoa as the wine passes over the tongue and under the palate. Very light on the tannin. Reasonable tannin. Medium finish.
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Aromas of mixed dark fruits particularly blackberry and black currant along with a bit of smoke & grilled meat. The flavors match- dark fruit as well as some soy sauce/umami/grilled meat, a hint of dried herbs along with a bit of heat on the finish. Took a day to open up, medium acid/tannins, tasty and fairly complex overall.
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strawberry, cherry, rhubarb, lead pencil, crushed brush, very good acidity, alcohol is a bit noticeable but should lesson with time. Very good extraction and depth, this is drinking well now but will probably be best in 2 years.
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Decanted approx. 30 min. ... This is smooth, with up front bramble berry fruit and a dusty spice on the mid. Fruit forward, but not really creamy, this is big, but still somewhat subtle, Zin. Tannins present to add backbone, but not intrusive. All in all, very well done and an enjoyable drinker. Never had a Bedrock Heritage blend that wasn't impeccably made.
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This is a dark, sleek and classy Zinfandel blend, 60/40 of co-fermented Zinfandel/Carignane according to winery notes from November 2013. It is fleshy -- the Carignane -- but with concentration, intensity, and healthy tannin as well as a characteristic Zin spiciness. The fruit is composed and suggestive, with alcoholic restraint, not overripe. One gets black raspberry, espresso, morello cherries, raspberry liqueur, some bay leaf and earth. Tannins have a pleasant grip, there is very decent finish of some length, and all of us at the table noted how well this wine paired with the grilled steak.
I like just about every Zin in its early prime, and this one is no exception. The acid and tannin should hold this wine together for a while. Best drinking window 2015 to 2020. Abv 14.7%, 92 points.
Note: we drank this side by side with the 2012 Carlisle Papera Zinfandel. When both wines were first poured into the glass (after 2 hours of air), they tasted like the same juice. But over the 3 hour period of consumption, they diverged. The Carlisle is 96% Zinfandel and just 4% Carignane. The Carlisle had a abv of 15.4% and tasted like it. Very dark burgundy color. The Carlisle bouquet was more pronounced, with more black cherry character, fruity roses, and a lovely oaky vanilla backdrop. Not hot but the higher alcohol was noticeable as a discrete component of the aromas. A well made, polished, voluptuous wine, like some of the Turley Zins.
The four in our group preferred the Carlisle as we were winding up our round of various appetizers, but later when we adjourned to the dining table and started on the steak, it was a consensus that the Bedrock was a better partner.
The Carlisle tends toward being a jammy Zin. Still its perfumed aromatics and softer tannins have appeal and it paired well with foie gras and an assortment of soft French and hard Iberian cheeses. 91 points.
Day 2. Both wines still fresh with no signs of over oxidation. The Carlisle has taken on more depth and structure. The Bedrock maintains its elegance and line. Both are really, really good.
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So much for aging it for a while. Very dark. Juicy black fruit notes with good acidity and decent ripeness. Still very strong on day 2. A great old vine blend from the RRV.
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Very fragrant. Nice complexity, the usual Bedrock freshness and acidity with ripe red and black fruit notes. Some interesting lavender and mint notes coming out on day two. This one can certainly age for a while.
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From one of my favorite vineyards, planted in 1934. 14.7% abv. Dark ruby red. Expressive fruit aromas. Deep and rich black cherry and raspberry on the palate. Long aftertaste. Nice work by Morgan and Chris!
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I had only a sip as I was surrounded by drunk lushes, but it struck me as *very* primary and much less complex than the 2011 or 2012 Evangelho and the 2011 Papera. Good, but not exceptional.
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Terrific nose of cranberry, rhubarb, red fruit skins and pits. A bit sweeter than most from Bedrock but certainly not jammy. Of course it taste even better on day two.
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Purple. Rich red and black fruits, herbs, kirsch, sweet vanilla. Silky mouthfeel, fairly big and rich, but not at all over extracted. Surprisingly approachable medium tannin, very fine; medium acid. Very primary, rich fruit. Quite young. Hold.
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Very tight upon opening, but a huge amount of fruit fightning the tannins and pushing toward center-stage. Ripe black raspberry flavors, with blueberry sneaking in on the back end. Clearly too young, with only minor changes by the 7 hr point, but an outstanding pairing with the Thanksgiving feast.
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Kind of the epitome of red and black fruit mix, black spices, rich at PnP, yet continues to put on weight. Totally approachable now, but wonder what the future holds.
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Super! Tastes of dark cherry, cranberry, and dark fruits. Crisp. Smooth wine with fine tannins. Well balanced. With a two hour decant this drinks well now...should be even better in a year or two.
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Bedrock Pickup Day Tasting (Sonoma): Aromas and flavors of juicy blackberry, cassis, and pepper. Lovely acidity on this, with drying tannins and a long finish. If I recall correctly, this is a 60-40 blend of Zin and Carignan.
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12/30/2022 - RichEB1 Likes this wine: 91 Points
As many know, I love me some age on my Bedrock's. That said, I think this 2012 Papara might be a drink in the near-term wine. Perfectly integrated and drinking well, but maybe a little less exciting than past tastings. Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed this....but will probably drink my last bottles in the next year or so.
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10/23/2022 - Acohen Likes this wine: 92 Points
Dark smokey fruit with brambly blackberry and blueberry
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7/12/2021 - bavaur wrote: 90 Points
Brought down to cellar temperature and then decanted for two hours. The nose is extremely subtle but has very clear Zinfandel notes of chocolate, earth and rustic red fruits. Really not that full-bodied on the palate and this didn’t stand up well to a fairly mild spaghetti bolognese. Without food this has a light, contemplative finish. Not bad, but expected some more depth and complexity.
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2/7/2021 - Backdoctor wrote: 91 Points
Drinking well. Red fruits on palate. Easy drinker
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1/23/2021 - Sonoma-W Likes this wine: 92 Points
Quite tasty. Great strawberry fruit; younger tasting than expected. Definitely similar to the Carlisle from 2 nights earlier.
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12/16/2020 - eschwet Likes this wine: 92 Points
Still tight after 2 hours of air. Still room for this one to age. K liked better than the 2012 Carignane. Full bodied. Fruit still forward with spice/pepper. Will revisit in 3-5? Years.
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8/28/2020 - Jahull03 wrote:
in a great spot. settled in, yet still feels fresh.
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6/23/2020 - jaumealaska Likes this wine: 91 Points
PnP. Ruby to garnet on the edges medium clarity and body. Expressive nose of savory dark fruits some spice. Body is medium full, bright with dark fruits and medium tannins. Finish cut a bit short or would have given it a few more points. Beautiful wine that is drinking well.
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5/5/2020 - wilypod Likes this wine: 92 Points
Rich dark red color just beginning to show signs of age. The Bedrock Papera fuses cool climate perfume and spice of RRV Zinfandel and the crunchy substance and savory red fruit of Carignan. Nothing in the Bedrock line up I love more, especially the Spanish Priorat mouthfeel. The 2012 is in a good spot now.
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12/15/2019 - Dnacabernet Likes this wine: 92 Points
This bottling drank very well on night one. Terrific energy, structure, freshness, and fruit. Russian River Zinfandel (54%) dominates the profile. The wine dropped off on night two - still tasty but it lost a lot of the original energy.
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12/14/2019 - Ridgerunner Likes this wine: 93 Points
Just one of many really excellent Heritage class wines from this maker. This is a stunner in the glass!
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12/8/2019 - oenophilemoose wrote: 90 Points
Decanted and vigorously swirled. Decent but lacked wow factor.
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10/12/2019 - Night Train Likes this wine: 90 Points
Has become much more integrated and somewhat less tannic since previous bottle ten months ago. Still almost exclusively red fruits on the nose and on the palate. Just a little too tannic to be well balanced (wish I had another bottle to try in a year). Medium body at best, with a good finish. Obviously has plenty of life left in it.
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9/18/2019 - Martin Redmond Likes this wine: 92 Points
Opaque crimson cole with gorgeous aromatics of leather black and red fruit, white pepper, licorice and baking spice. On the palate it’s full-bodied with ample fruit and balancing bright acidity with velvety well integrated tannins and boysenberry, black raspberry liqueur, black cherry, spice, black licorice plum skin flavors with a long finish! 14.7% abv
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4/25/2019 - PSUSteve wrote:
This bottle seemed off.
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3/15/2019 - gmbdds wrote: 92 Points
Surprisingly forward with all kinds of red and black berries. Zesty and delicious. Love the cracked pepper note.
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12/31/2018 - Bob in NC Likes this wine: 90 Points
Yummy and jammy old vine goodness. A great wine with food or drinking on its own.
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12/1/2018 - Night Train Likes this wine: 90 Points
Had alongside a 2012 Papera zin from Carlisle. While the Carlisle showed red AND black fruit, the Bedrock was all red, with somewhat less depth. Even after 2+ hours of air, the Bedrock was still pretty tannic.. More significantly, it was somewhat disjointed - fruit, alcohol, tannins, etc. were not integrated into a more seamless whole. All of that suggests to me that it needs at least another year or two in the bottle, after which it may well merit a higher score.
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10/25/2018 - jfagan Likes this wine: 92 Points
PnP. Dark bright crimson with purple tones. Great nose with high-toned notes of spice and red fruit. Very complex. Juicy flavors of red fruit, sweet spice and licorice. The tannins play well with vibrant acidity to carry the flavors into a long, refreshing finish. 92 pts. Drink now to 2023.
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4/19/2018 - PSUSteve Likes this wine: 93 Points
PnP. Loved the complexity. Red fruit leaning towards raspberry with plums and a dark, spicy component.
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2/17/2018 - Oldmanzin Likes this wine: 92 Points
Dark fruit combine with savory notes to create a Zinfandel based wine that is full of excitement. Wonderful texture and depth. Decanted for thirty minutes. This wine still has a lot of up side, but it is drinking wonderfully today.
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10/12/2017 - Curt11 Likes this wine: 93 Points
Great fruit intensity and acid balance. Brambly black fruit. Still plenty of tannin but has rounded out a little. Last bottle was 3 years ago and this has many more to go. No rush but really memorable now.
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7/3/2017 - tomlee wrote: 92 Points
Maroon in color. 14.7% ABV. Sensational nose of red and black fruits, leather and pepper. Fresh and vibrant with tons of acidity. Rich and plush with fruit in spades. Raspberry liqueur, boysenberries, plums and white pepper on the palate. The finish is long and spicy. For me, 2012 is the vintage where Bedrock took it to another level. Exceptionally well made wines across the board. Drink the Papera over the next 2-3 years.
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6/8/2017 - dhammer53 wrote: 92 Points
Drank this at a weekend BBQ in the Hamptons. Everyone loved this. Sorry, no notes. Drink or hold.
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3/25/2017 - blakel Likes this wine:
Drank at a dinner party with a large group, didn't get to pay attention, but everyone at the table raved about this.
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2/11/2017 - Cmhaggar wrote: 93 Points
Love love love
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10/31/2016 - tomherer Likes this wine: 91 Points
One glass Coravin access, let breathe 30 mins or so. Red fruited Zin nose, very expressive. Palate is mostly tart and shut down to begin with, but it's unfolding nicely after an hour. Raspberry, licorice, tart strawberry, plum, and a faint hint of coffee and cream towards the end. Acidity dominates the finish. Great wine, and should improve. Still too early to tell, and granted, the blends are a lot different, but the Carlisle from the same vineyard/vintage feels more complete, and would choose it over this one for even money at this stage of the game.
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9/5/2016 - RobbieC Likes this wine:
Vertical tasting of 2012, 2013, and 2014 Bedrock Papaera Ranch. All wines poured through aerator and into decanters 4 hours prior to tasting. All three are still young and not surprisingly the 2012 is drinking better than the '13 or '14. The 2012 had a tad more pepper than the others. The 2013 was a touch more "fruity" than the '12 or '14 and the '13 also showed a splash of strawberry or raspberry that the others didn't have. The color of the 2013 was slightly brighter too. All three have plenty of tannins suggesting more cellar time is advisable. Differences between the 3 wines were subtle and speak to the consistency of the vineyard. All four wine drinkers agreed these are well made wines worthy of the reviews scoring 91+ points.
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8/14/2016 - TC16 wrote: 91 Points
It's from Bedrock, so well made. Nose of dark fruit and brambly goodness. More dark fruits on entry with high acidity. Bramble, iron, and a bit of a gamey thing too. Nice.
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8/5/2016 - jeffreylubowski Likes this wine: 92 Points
Wonderful old vine field blend. Of course zin takes the center stage, brambly blackberry raspberry spice. But the other mixed blacks can be felt as well. High acid, no perceptible heat, and even restrained when compared to carlisles bottling of this historic vineyard. Both do a great job, but this dials down the body and alcohol. Great wine. Will last.
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4/2/2016 - EMark Likes this wine:
Dark plum color. Fruity/brambly nose. Blackberry and plum on the tip of the tongue. Also, suggestions of pepper, anise and cocoa as the wine passes over the tongue and under the palate. Very light on the tannin. Reasonable tannin. Medium finish.
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2/27/2016 - David_T Likes this wine: 92 Points
Aromas of mixed dark fruits particularly blackberry and black currant along with a bit of smoke & grilled meat. The flavors match- dark fruit as well as some soy sauce/umami/grilled meat, a hint of dried herbs along with a bit of heat on the finish. Took a day to open up, medium acid/tannins, tasty and fairly complex overall.
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2/22/2016 - pakabear Likes this wine: 91 Points
strawberry, cherry, rhubarb, lead pencil, crushed brush, very good acidity, alcohol is a bit noticeable but should lesson with time. Very good extraction and depth, this is drinking well now but will probably be best in 2 years.
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1/22/2016 - markandsusanw Likes this wine: 92 Points
Decanted approx. 30 min. ... This is smooth, with up front bramble berry fruit and a dusty spice on the mid. Fruit forward, but not really creamy, this is big, but still somewhat subtle, Zin. Tannins present to add backbone, but not intrusive. All in all, very well done and an enjoyable drinker. Never had a Bedrock Heritage blend that wasn't impeccably made.
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11/29/2015 - scott w Likes this wine: 93 Points
Juicy black and red fruit, spicy, brambly. Great structure should live a long time. Balanced great with turkey and gravy!
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10/17/2015 - wilypod Likes this wine: 92 Points
This is a dark, sleek and classy Zinfandel blend, 60/40 of co-fermented Zinfandel/Carignane according to winery notes from November 2013. It is fleshy -- the Carignane -- but with concentration, intensity, and healthy tannin as well as a characteristic Zin spiciness. The fruit is composed and suggestive, with alcoholic restraint, not overripe. One gets black raspberry, espresso, morello cherries, raspberry liqueur, some bay leaf and earth. Tannins have a pleasant grip, there is very decent finish of some length, and all of us at the table noted how well this wine paired with the grilled steak.
I like just about every Zin in its early prime, and this one is no exception. The acid and tannin should hold this wine together for a while. Best drinking window 2015 to 2020. Abv 14.7%, 92 points.
Note: we drank this side by side with the 2012 Carlisle Papera Zinfandel. When both wines were first poured into the glass (after 2 hours of air), they tasted like the same juice. But over the 3 hour period of consumption, they diverged. The Carlisle is 96% Zinfandel and just 4% Carignane. The Carlisle had a abv of 15.4% and tasted like it. Very dark burgundy color. The Carlisle bouquet was more pronounced, with more black cherry character, fruity roses, and a lovely oaky vanilla backdrop. Not hot but the higher alcohol was noticeable as a discrete component of the aromas. A well made, polished, voluptuous wine, like some of the Turley Zins.
The four in our group preferred the Carlisle as we were winding up our round of various appetizers, but later when we adjourned to the dining table and started on the steak, it was a consensus that the Bedrock was a better partner.
The Carlisle tends toward being a jammy Zin. Still its perfumed aromatics and softer tannins have appeal and it paired well with foie gras and an assortment of soft French and hard Iberian cheeses. 91 points.
Day 2. Both wines still fresh with no signs of over oxidation. The Carlisle has taken on more depth and structure. The Bedrock maintains its elegance and line. Both are really, really good.
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7/20/2015 - rdf58 Likes this wine: 92 Points
So much for aging it for a while. Very dark. Juicy black fruit notes with good acidity and decent ripeness. Still very strong on day 2. A great old vine blend from the RRV.
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6/22/2015 - DrewWyman Likes this wine: 92 Points
Dark fruits, lavender hints in the nose. Better day 2
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5/2/2015 - rdf58 Likes this wine: 91 Points
Very fragrant. Nice complexity, the usual Bedrock freshness and acidity with ripe red and black fruit notes. Some interesting lavender and mint notes coming out on day two. This one can certainly age for a while.
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3/14/2015 - Mike Dildine Likes this wine: 94 Points
From one of my favorite vineyards, planted in 1934. 14.7% abv. Dark ruby red. Expressive fruit aromas. Deep and rich black cherry and raspberry on the palate. Long aftertaste. Nice work by Morgan and Chris!
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2/5/2015 - ebert Likes this wine: 91 Points
Very well balanced with a long, clean finish. Should be even better in another 12-24 months
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1/24/2015 - indiscriminate palate wrote:
I had only a sip as I was surrounded by drunk lushes, but it struck me as *very* primary and much less complex than the 2011 or 2012 Evangelho and the 2011 Papera. Good, but not exceptional.
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1/3/2015 - mpricher wrote: 91 Points
Really enjoyed this bottling. Classic Bedrock Heritage blend, with plenty of bramble berry fruit, spice, and hints of menthol.
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12/13/2014 - Danthejuiceman wrote:
Terrific nose of cranberry, rhubarb, red fruit skins and pits. A bit sweeter than most from Bedrock but certainly not jammy.
Of course it taste even better on day two.
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12/5/2014 - indiscriminate palate wrote:
Purple. Rich red and black fruits, herbs, kirsch, sweet vanilla. Silky mouthfeel, fairly big and rich, but not at all over extracted. Surprisingly approachable medium tannin, very fine; medium acid. Very primary, rich fruit. Quite young. Hold.
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11/27/2014 - bcg14 wrote: 92 Points
Very tight upon opening, but a huge amount of fruit fightning the tannins and pushing toward center-stage. Ripe black raspberry flavors, with blueberry sneaking in on the back end. Clearly too young, with only minor changes by the 7 hr point, but an outstanding pairing with the Thanksgiving feast.
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11/19/2014 - Xfactor wrote: 92 Points
Kind of the epitome of red and black fruit mix, black spices, rich at PnP, yet continues to put on weight. Totally approachable now, but wonder what the future holds.
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11/5/2014 - BigSchmove Likes this wine: 88 Points
enjoyed nice subtle and smooth
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10/31/2014 - shaferguy91 wrote: 89 Points
No decant.
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7/4/2014 - RobbieC wrote: 93 Points
Super! Tastes of dark cherry, cranberry, and dark fruits. Crisp. Smooth wine with fine tannins. Well balanced. With a two hour decant this drinks well now...should be even better in a year or two.
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2/6/2014 - Silveradoup wrote: 92 Points
Definitely young, needs some time
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1/11/2014 - haldolugr wrote: 87 Points
Good flavors but too young right now.
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12/31/2013 - DavidDay Likes this wine: 93 Points
Cherry and blueberry aromas balance crisp acidity and tannins, this one may last a while longer
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11/9/2013 - psrv wrote: 92 Points
Bedrock Pickup Day Tasting (Sonoma): Aromas and flavors of juicy blackberry, cassis, and pepper. Lovely acidity on this, with drying tannins and a long finish. If I recall correctly, this is a 60-40 blend of Zin and Carignan.
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