
Zinfandel, Morisoli Vineyard 2012
Elyse Winery
This 2012 bottling is one of our favorites to date. It is dark crimson red in color with vibrant aromas of crushed berries, violets, mint and cinnamon. The palate is complex and layered with flavors of briary red and black fruit, boysenberry, smoked bacon, wild herbs, plum and a surprising hint of minerality. This wine shows great finesse with rich yet buoyant fruit and terrific overall balance. Classic Morisoli!
Country: |
USA |
Region: |
Napa Valley |
Appellation/ava: |
Rutherford |
Vineyard designation: |
Morisoli Vineyard |
Vintage: |
2012 |
Wine type: |
Red |
Grape: |
92% Zinfandel, 4% Petite Sirah, 4% combination of Alicante Bouschet, Carignane, Durif, Grand Noir, Muscat Hamburg, Négrette, Syrah, Valdiguié |
Size: |
750 mL |
Rating: |
91 |
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Aging: |
20% new American oak (10.5 months) |
Malolactic fermentation: |
Yes |
Viticulture: |
Traditional |
Alcohol percentage: |
14.5 |
Closure: |
Cork |
Case production: |
1029 |
Reviews
- "91 points. Briary raspberry and rose petal aromas lead to flavors that start off bright, but take on appealing power and depth as this opens. Notes of blackberry, anise and smoky pepper show on the finish, with big but ripe tannins. Drink now through 2022. 1,029 cases made." (Wine Spectator)
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