Notes of: Cinnamon

Notes of: Red Fruit

Notes of: Cocoa

Notes of: Plum

Notes of: Vanilla

Notes of: Nutmeg

Cline

Cline Ancient Vines Carignane

United States, Central Coast California

Red wine

3.8

Expert Rating

3.7

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Cline Ancient Vines Carignane is a premium red wine produced by Cline Cellars, a renowned winery in California. The grapes are sourced from ancient vines that are over 100 years old, grown in the Contra Costa County appellation. The vineyard features sandy soils and a Mediterranean climate, which impart unique flavors and aromas to the wine. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including hand-harvesting and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a fruity and complex wine with notes of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of vanilla. This wine is a perfect example of the unique terroir of the Contra Costa County and is a must-try for any wine enthusiast looking for a high-quality, medium-bodied red wine.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Cline Ancient Vines Carignane is an intense, medium-bodied red wine with aromas of ripe dark fruit and spice, coupled with an earthy, savory complexity.On the palate, this wine is juicy and medium-bodied, with flavors of dark plum and blackberry, framed by velvety tannins and balanced acidity. The finish is long and lingering, with a hint of chocolate and nutmeg. Enjoy this wine with grilled meats, hearty stews, and robust cheeses.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2027

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Very high

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Bold

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Velvety

No Tannin

Grippy

ORIGINS

Winery: Cline

Region: Central Coast California

The Central Coast of California is a wine lover's paradise, boasting a wide variety of climates, soils, and grape varieties. Located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Central Coast spans from Monterey County in the north to Santa Barbara County in the south. With its diverse topography and Mediterranean climate, the Central Coast is home to some of the most renowned wineries in the United States. The Central Coast has a long and storied history of winemaking, dating back to the mid-1800s. The first vineyards were planted in the Santa Clara Valley, and by the late 1800s, the region was producing some of the finest wines in the country. The region's reputation for quality wines was further solidified in the early 1989, when the Santa Clara Valley was declared among the first American Viticultural Area (AVA) in the United States.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.7

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