Carlisle White Wine The Derivative 2020
White
Russian River Valley, United States
6.5
WineSaint
There's a disjointed quality that undermines the Muscadelle's potential charm. The palate feels harsh and unforgiving, with piercing acidity overwhelming any fruit character. Despite Carlisle's reputation, this vintage never finds its balance.
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Label
Carlisle
→Carlisle is a small Russian River Valley producer built around old-vine Zinfandel and Syrah sourced from some of Sonoma County's most storied sites, including Carlisle Vineyard, Mancini Ranch, Rossi Ranch, and Old Hill Ranch.