Carlisle is one of several winemakers who make wine from this heritage vineyard. Zin yes but in classic field blends from the late 1800’s, this one also includes some Alicante Bouchet, Caignane and Petite Sirah. The results are magnificent. Decanted two hours before dinner and it still opened up over the next couple of hours. My hats are off to Carlisle for making such wonderful wine with such precious resources. A proper Father’s Day celebration! Wow! — 7 years ago
2014 vintage. Field blend (Zinfandel, Carignane, Petite Sirah, Alicante Bouchet and other varieties) from a vineyard planted in 1922. Russian River Valley AVA. Intense aromas of blackberry and black cherries intertwined with spices and a hint of leather. Layers of black fruits and spices, with great balancing acidity and a very long spicy aftertaste. The 14,8 % abv is hardly noticeable. Wow! Another great effort from Carol Shelton! — 8 years ago
Superb Easter wine. From Champlain-Charest reserve.
Nice blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, zinfandel, Alicante bouchet. — 8 years ago
Dark ruby color with brambly mixed black and red fruit and spice aromas. On the palate it's medium-bodied, and focused with creme de mure, black and red currant, black cherry, and spice with a very appealing minerality. Long finish. A field blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Alicante Bouchet, Grand Noir, Teroldego, Syrah, Black Muscat and Golden Chasselas. From 4.5 acres of wizened, stumplike, dry-farmed, head-trained red vines, which, planted in 1910, produce only half a ton per acre. — 9 years ago
Vin blanc sec, le must avec fruits de mer!! — 10 years ago
A delicious right bank find. 100 percent organic/biodynamic blending 60 percent merlot, 30%bouchet ??, 3 % Cabernet, 7 % Prayssac. Excellent pairing with rack of Lamb — 7 years ago
Zin at the top tier. Old vine Sonoma Zin (1901) dry farmed field blend with 5% Alicante Bouchet. Aged wonderfully, was at its peak after 19 yrs. — 7 years ago
13 March 2018. Racines, New York, NY. — 7 years ago
V smooth, currant, cola, a little green, easy-drinking #july3, #santaynez #deedubcellar — 8 years ago
Surprisingly lovely and not too sweet. — 8 years ago
Lucious, citric great acid and bubbles. A winner! — 9 years ago
55% Zinfandel blended with Carignane, Petite Sirah, Mourvedre, Alicante Bouchet, Grenache, Syrah, Barbera and a touch of whites for aromatics much of which comes from old vines my notes are it is an excellent value — 10 years ago
2015. Wow! What a great, classic and rustic wine. This is made with a blend of 60% red grapes including some of my favorites from Galicia - Granacha Tintorera (aka Alicante Bouchet), Mencia and Trousseau (they call it Portuguesa, but also known as Merenzao and Bastardo) - plus 40% white grapes including Palomino, Godello, and others. Made in stone lagares and amphora (Roman empire style clay pots). No note of wood, although some of their wines are later aged in large old oak bote. Great minerality, freshness of fruit, and both floral notes on the nose from the white varietals and tannins on the palate from the red varietals. Served lightly chilled but could benefit from a little more. — 7 years ago
Awesome stuff. 100% Alicante Bouchet. — 7 years ago
Alicante Bouchet I am told. Very nice! — 8 years ago
Full bodied, rich fruit. — 8 years ago
Never had a 10 year old wine with mostly Alicante Bouchet but i have to be on the lookout for more. Wonderful wine with lots of fruit left but also with a distinct oak characteristic that can only be achieved by long and proper cellaring. Enough acidity and balance to be a perfect pair with grilled steak and chocolate mousse. — 9 years ago
Favorite Rose as usual, easy to drink. Suitable to drink in any seasons. Best wine to start with before anything else. — 10 years ago
Dmitry Muzychak
Выпито 24.12.18 в Пильнице во время португальского Рождества. С Аней и Пауло. Уникальное вино из крайне редкого сорта винограда Alicante bouchet. Мощное (15’ алкоголя) 2011 года ,но в то же время нежное с ароматом духов. Очень достойное вино — 6 years ago