Carlisle Winery & Vineyards Sodini Vineyard Zinfandel 2012

Limited new Zinfandel from Carlisle.91 Points Robert Parker:  "Leased from Morgan Peterson’s Bedrock Wine Co., the 2012 Zinfandel Sodini Vineyard comes from a site planted in 1905 with 95% Zinfandel and the rest Alicante Bouchet, Carignan, Trousseau and Petite Sirah. This well-made, deep ruby/purple-colored wine comes from a warm site on Limerick Lane. Attractive notes of red and black cherries, currants, cedarwood and spice box. Drink this medium-bodied, finesse-styled Zin in its first 3-4 years of life." It’s amazing to think that the fruit from these now 85 year-old vines used to be used for white Zinfandel. It’s even more amazing to think that this vineyard was nearly ripped out a few years ago! Of all the Zinfandel vineyards with which we work, none so often provides us with as perfectly balanced fruit as Montafi. Indeed, in 2012, it was simply a matter of picking, destemming, letting it ferment on its own, and barreling down until bottling. No adjustments needed. It doesn’t get much simpler. As usual, bottled unfined and unfiltered.  Medium-dark red-purple. A very deep, brooding nose of blackberry, black raspberry, and earth with just a slight suggestion of eucalyptus. On the palate, tremendous purity with flavors of black fruits, orange, and spice. A very serious Zinfandel with the acidity and tannin to ensure a very long life. Best bet for enjoying this wine is 2016 through 2024.

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