Carlisle Russian River Valley Papera Ranch Zinfandel 2022
- jd95
- v93
Category | Red Wine |
Varietals | |
Brand | Carlisle |
Origin | California, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley |
Alcohol/vol | 15% |
Winery Notes:
Medium-dark to dark garnet-ruby. An incredibly gorgeous, hi-toned nose of raspberry, cherry, Red Haven peach, and fresh tobacco. It’s difficult to pull your nose away from the glass! On the palate, medium-full bodied with flavors of raspberry, red licorice whips, cinnamon, and blood orange. So jubilant, so refreshing. Just an utter joy to drink. Enjoy now but with ample acidity and perfect balance, this wine should still be in fine form in 2036.
Wine Spectator - 95 Points
Jeb Dunnuck
- jd95
A youthful magenta/purple-tinged color, the 2022 Zinfandel Papera Ranch reveals more high-toned aromas of cinnamon, juicy fresh mixed berry fruit, and fresh pine. Medium to full-bodied, it has a more linear feel at this stage. It'ss going to take time to open up and show its best, but I love its more nervous energy at this stage already. Drink 2025-2040. I love it.
Vinous
- v93
The 2022 Zinfandel Papera Ranch is silky, layered and super-refined. Crushed flowers, red-toned fruit, cedar, leather and dried flowers all meld together in the glass. The 2022 doesn't have the exuberance of the very best years, but its balance and overall freshness make up for that. Best of all, this will drink well with minimal cellaring.