Carlisle Carlisle Russian River Valley Piner-Olivet Ranches Zinfandel 2023 750ml

Moving to the Russian River Valley, the 2023 Zinfandel Piner-Olivet Ranches is a saturated red color and amplifies things with its more forward, layered feel, offering aromas of kirsch, bright pepper spice, cedar, and fresh flowers .The acidity shines through more vibrantly compared to the Sonoma Valley wines, with a more electric feel, ripe tannins, and a long finish. It reminds me of great Barbera, retaining both ripeness and vibrant acidity. It’s a tremendous vintage of this wine to drink over the coming 12-15 years.

Fresh and exuberant, with vibrant black raspberry, cracked pepper and brown baking spices that gather structure and richness toward refined tannins. Drink now through 2031. 672 cases made.

The epitome of Russian River Zin, this red pairs structure with old-school briar, plus accents of raspberry, blueberry, roasted sage and green peppercorn that build toward fine-grained tannins. Drink now through 2035. 730 cases made.