2011 Carlisle "Carlisle Vineyard" Russian River Valley Zinfandel The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon (77%

The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon (77% Cabernet Sauvignon

5% natural alcohol

hints of bacon fat

Offers a juicy

the 2013 possesses tremendous intensity

2011 Carlisle "Carlisle Vineyard" Russian River Valley Zinfandel The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon (77%The 2011 Zinfandel Carlisle Vineyard takes hold of all the senses and never lets up. I imagine the blend in this parcel, a classic 'mixed blacks' field blend of as many as 40 grapes, is a big reason there is so much nuance and complexity here. All the elements come together beautifully in the glass. Bright aromatics, delineated fruit and firm yet nicely integrated tannins all come together gracefully. There is little question, the 2011 Zinfandel