Carlisle Pagani Ranch Zinfandel - 2011 (750ml) Muscadelle Crisp and juicy

Crisp and juicy

and silky smooth (the latter characteristic being somewhat atypical for a young Beaucastel)

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the final blend of 59% Cabernet Sauvignon

Based on what Aaron found

Carlisle Pagani Ranch Zinfandel - 2011 (750ml) Muscadelle Crisp and juicyA wine of tremendous energy and punch, the 2011 Zinfandel Pagani Ranch offers up layers of expressive dark red fruit supported by a vibrant beam of acidity. The tension, vibrancy and freshness in 2011 are a marvel to behold. I very much like the sense of nuance and vitality in the glass. All the elements are in the right place. The Pagani Ranch is old vine (planted in the 1890s) Zinfandel with a dollop of mixed blacks, including Alicante Bouschet,