2016 Witching Stick Carignane Fashauer Vineyard

Community Tasting Notes (1) Avg Score: 90 points

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  9/27/2020 - barn_raisin Likes this wine: 90 Points

  Stewed strawberries, red fruit, a hint of blueberry, some thyme. After about 30 min, oak came out - caramel and spiced rum, and much more blueberry.
  
  Red and blue fruit on the palette, nice finish, light tannins and decent acidity. Paired with grilled vegetables, squash, and halloumi.
  
  Runs a little hot at 14.4% ABV, but a long(ish) finish prevents the alcohol from feeling overwarm.
  
  A solid expression of the carignan varietal from Anderson Valley - it escapes the tendency to light, watery versions of bigger grapes that Anderson reds can be prone to. Good with food but also pleasant to drink on its own.
  
  90 pts

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