2018 Big Basin Vineyards Old Vine Carignane Wirz Vineyard

Community Tasting Notes (3) Avg Score: 90.3 points

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  2/22/2024 - silton Likes this wine: 90 Points

  Carignane is mid, but this Big Basin makes the case. Yes, a relatively narrow range of expression, but there's an earthy rustic balance that performs well at the table; moderate tannin and acidity extend the flavors. Solid wine but not special, 89-90. Drink or hold a few years.

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  1/14/2024 - VoVo Likes this wine: 89 Points

  A lovely California style Carignan from Big Basin. Dark fruits, forest floor and sage all in the mix here. Very bright and acidic. We had it with spaghetti and red sauce. Probably would have benefited from a pairing with a little more fat..maybe sausage or bacon also in the sauce for example.

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  3/3/2022 - bendb Likes this wine: 92 Points

  Delicious cranberry and sour cherry flavors in a lovely light package. Drank with a dinner of steak, rice, and bok choy, and complimented them all beautifully.
  
  This is an uncomplicated joy to drink.

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