2021 Carlisle Zinfandel Papera Ranch

Community Tasting Notes (5) Avg Score: 93.7 points

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  5/12/2024 - Matt Scott Likes this wine: 94 Points

  This will age for a long time, and is lovely at the current moment. Decanted for two hours. Blueberry, tobacco, raspberry, wet stone and some orange. Long, long, long and a medium-to full body. There’s a clean, crispness to it. I would suggest waiting a couple of years, then studying for many. A lot of red berries on the palate. The nuances are very similar to the ‘16, which this was consumed with. Drink 2026 - 2041.

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  4/14/2024 - Charlie C Likes this wine: 95 Points

  From vines planted in 1934. Dark cherry color with faint translucence which grows to the edges. Blackberry, blueberry aromas. Plush, yet detailed on the palate. Blackberry, violets, anise. Hint of spice on the mid-palate. With air, a bright raspberry note develops. Just thrilling to drink. Fine, vibrant tannins, beautifully balanced with lively acidity. Finishes long and vibrant with dark fruits. Gorgeous Zin. Drink next 8 to 109 years.

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  4/12/2024 - gharter Likes this wine: 92 Points

  Beautiful aroma with raspberry, spice, blood orange, floral, and cedar. Similar flavors with medium body. Rich, smooth finish.

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  2/29/2024 - Mike Dildine Likes this wine: 94 Points

  Fresh off the truck ... rich, deep, very pure - and should continue to improve. Outstanding!

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  3/9/2023 - Matt Scott wrote:

  Tasted from barrel 5/28/22. 95 - 97. The steady Eddie of the Carlisle portfolio, this should drink lovely upon release. Red fruit and spicy elements, with a long and savory finish. Another one that might be the best yet from its respective vineyard.

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