As you may know, I love Zinfandels. They are bold, spicy and sassy; kind of like me.

Wine Spectator has a couple of highly recommended, highly rated Zinfandels this month that I am posting and going to go out to purchase. I’ll post my thoughts and recommendations after I have the chance to give them a try myself.

Carlisle

The first recommendation is Carlisle, 2007 Russian River Valley Papera Ranch Zinfandel. Rating of 96 and priced at about $40, Wine Spectator notes (p. 83):

A real knockout. Bold and intense, yet complex, with ripe cherry fruit deftly balanced by vibrant acidity. Offers floral aromas with notes of black raspberry, pepper and lingering Asian spice that lead to full but fleshy tannins.(p. 83)

Only 651 cases were made and it is drinkable through 2015, but with such a short supply of cases, hopefully I will be able to find this treasure before it’s gone!

Adelaida

The second recommendation is Adelaida 2007 Paso Robles Michael’s Estate Vineyard Zinfandel. Rating 92 and priced at about $28, Wine Spectator writes:

This briary red is nicely focused and structured, with loamy clay and smoky berry aromas that lead to gutsy wild blackberry, cracked pepper and licorice flavors. Finishes with ripe tannins. (p. 83)

821 cases made and it is drinkable now through 2015 as well. If you find these wines and have had the opportunity to enjoy, please post your comments, thoughts and ratings too!

Cheers to full glasses all around!

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