Thorn By The Prisoner Winery

Thorn-Clarke

James Goddard Barossa Shiraz 2012

Quite a value from Barossa. Slightly tired but still kicking. — 3 months ago

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The Prisoner Wine Company

Saldo Red Blend

Full body with a lovely taste of berries! Good wine to cuddle up with a book or movie, and great to share with a friend. It’s a good “vibing” wine. — 5 months ago

La Shae Leonard

La Shae Leonard

Forgot to mention the bite at the beginning, but once it aerated a bit, it smoothed out.

Thorn-Clarke

Shotfire Barossa Shiraz 2019

Vintage 2019 | cherry, deep intense smell, roundness, perhaps a bit tiring after a few glasses — 6 months ago

Eric, Bob and 8 others liked this

Thorn-Clarke

William Randell Barossa Valley Shiraz 2004

ESF
9.4

See previous notes: squirreled a bunch of this away from my wine selling days - holding steady, in fact, showed me some really gorgeous mint and some feral meat notes which were in addition to the usual generous fruit & spice. Miles to go — 8 months ago

Daniel, Tom and 8 others liked this

Daou Vineyards

The Pessimist Paso Robles Red Blend

Joe F.
9.0

Rich flavors, agreed that a similarity with Prisoner ... very drinkable and enjoyable — 5 years ago

Laurene Feriozzi
with Laurene

The Prisoner Wine Company

Unshackled Red Blend

Mon M
9.1

Very good, drank with chicken and potatoes — 4 months ago

The Prisoner Wine Company

Napa Valley Zinfandel Blend

Silky tannins and a great mouthfeel with a good hit of astringency that doesn’t overwhelm. Delicious notes of black cherry and lightly fresh pepper on the palette. Smells of fresh ripe red and black fruit — 5 months ago

Banshee

Thorn Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir

We had this at Ruth Chris in  Embassy suites in Chattanooga. Spring break with the boys. Very mellow. Easy sip! — 2 years ago

The Prisoner Wine Company

Thorn Napa Valley Merlot

Fantastic - paired with Italian or on its own. Easy drinking, smooth. — 4 years ago

Orin Swift

Broken Record Sparkling White Blend

It is close to the Prisoner but not 100%
Slightly less spicy but a very smooth and clean finish.
— 5 years ago

Thorn By The Prisoner Winery

Napa Valley Merlot Blend 2016

Dark purple with color to the rim. Big nose of plum and elderberry compote in an oak bowl. Echoed on the full-bodied palate supported by juicy medium acidity and non-threatening medium minus tannins. Surprisingly smooth despite the 15.2% alcohol. Probably the best thing Prisoner Wine Company makes. A burly California style Merlot with enough finesse for fine meals but still sippable (over time… again 15.2% 😏) enough for casual wine and cheese evenings. Drink now through 2028, but don't expect much development. — 5 months ago

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The Prisoner Wine Company

The Prisoner California Chardonnay Blend 2021

Smooth and big California-style Chardonnay. Oaky and buttery but refined, with baked apple, all spice and almond. 14.5% abv. Low acidity and long finish. Great winter white. — 6 months ago

Thorn-Clarke

Shotfire Ridge Barossa Shiraz 2016

Love me some AUS Barossa Shiraz — 3 years ago

Orin Swift Cellars

8 Years in the Desert Zinfandel Blend 2017

Dave Phinney of Prisoner fame. Taste great even now - will be pretty special after s few years. — 6 years ago

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