Inky purple in color, bright. On the nose there is nice black raspberry fruit with black pepper. On the palate, this is a big, fruity wine. Lots of black raspberry fruit. Slight mineral backbone. Deep but tight. I think a few more years of cellaring will bring out even more of its potential. Although it drinks cooler climate, it is a big wine. Nice texture. Long finish.
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This is in a great spot at age 17. Purple in color, mostly opaque and bright. The nose has black raspberries, black pepper, slight gamey meat, and a bit of raspberries. Full bodied. Light tannins. On the palate, this is deep with some complexity. Black raspberry fruit with some black pepper and a hint of meatiness. Nice finish. This seems to be about at peak but should go another five to eight years at this level. It drinks nicely on its own and will work well with roasted veggies, fowl or meats.
Opened as part of my #BrownsSuckWinesDont program where I punish myself watching the Cleveland Browns and reward myself with interesting wines. A new discovery for me, this was very good. Purple in color. The nose has black raspberries, black pepper, and slight black olives. On the palate, this is juicy with great fruit. A very lively wine. Pop and pour it continued to get better until the last glass about 10 hours later. I would hold these for now as there is good upside potential or at least give it plenty of air.
Another outstanding wine from Carlisle. This one is a bit more playful than some, but just as enjoyable. At least as good, if not better on Day 2. Deep garnet in color with purple swirls. Opaque and bright. The nose is nice with black raspberries, slight black olive, spice and roasted herbs. Full bodied. Lots of energy. On the palate, nice black raspberry fruit with underlying spice and char. Nice complexity. Light but present tannins. Nice finish. A really enjoyable bottle. Drank great on its own and worked with with a mushroom and potato dish. Drink over the next seven to te
