As was typical in the early 1900s, Carlisle Vineyard is a field blend consisting of predominantly Zinfandel (over 90%) with a sprinkling of Petite Sirah, Alicante Bouschet, Grand Noir de la Calmette, Tempranillo, Peloursin, and some as rare as Albillo Mayor, Grec Rouge, and more. In fact, to date, we have identified nearly 50 different varieties! A true heirloom vineyard! Despite consistently low yields, its cool location dictates very late picking, typically the third week of October.

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