The 2004 Zinfandel Rossi Ranch (a blend of 80% Zinfandel and 20% Alicante Bouchet and Petite Sirah) comes from a biodynamically farmed vineyard planted in 1910. It is a primordial, meaty, dark ruby/purple-colored offering revealing a Chateauneuf du Pape-like perfume of lavender, wild Provencal herbs, black cherries, and blackberries followed by full-bodied, powerful flavors. Readers should not hesitate to get on Carlisle’s mailing list before the world discovers what compelling beverages are being produced here.
Previously recommended: 2003 Petite Sirah (94+), 2003 Syrah Bennett Valley (95), 2003 Syrah Pelkan Ranch (93), 2003 Two Acres (94), 2003 Zinfandel Dry Creek (91), 2003 Zinfandel Sonoma County (91), 2003 Zinfandel Carlisle Vineyard (93), 2003 Zinfandel Fava Ranch (92), 2003 Zinfandel Riebli Ranch (90), 2003 Zinfandel Rossi Ranch (94), 2003 Zinfandel Tom Feeney Ranch (95).
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