2015 Sandlands Carignane California

Community Tasting Notes (15) Avg Score: 89.5 points

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  2/6/2024 - rama wrote:

  Carignane is a bit too austere for me, I've learned. Also, anyone else think this has some volatility?

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  11/26/2023 - Aunt Esther wrote: 87 Points

  Solid table wine at this point, not something to sit with other than to scratch the carignan itch. If that’s something you’re dealing with.

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  10/16/2021 - ISOPinot Likes this wine: 86 Points

  Purple fading to garnet; rim variation consistent with age. Bottle had been vertical for 5 days, yet clarity was lacking on Day 1. Heavy sediment, but noted that decanting was recommended, and we didn't decant. By Days 2 & 3, clarity had much improved. Medium legs. Aromas of red and black fruit dominate: strawberry, blackberry, cranberry, raspberry, red currant. Spices are subtle: clove and dill. On the palate, intensity is greater than aromas. Medium + body, linear texture, medium finish. wine finishes medium. Medium acidity. Impression: very nice effort. But like all Sandlands tried thus far, QPR is below average. They make good wine, but value is lacking. $37 with tax & shipping. Drink now or in 2022, and decanting recommended.

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  4/9/2021 - bound4er Does not like this wine: 84 Points

  A bit too lean and tart for my liking. Bitter finish is distracting too. Carignane really needs to be used as a low to mid percentage blending grape and not a standalone varietal.

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  10/9/2020 - mdahar wrote: 90 Points

  the cork was soft and the wine was almost all the way through the cork. so not sure how much longer it would have lasted.
  A very nice soft wine which is dialed back and very soft. did not hold hold to a second day.

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