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The Prisoner

The Prisoner Saldo Red Blend

United States, California

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

4.0

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

The Prisoner Saldo Red Blend is a premium wine produced by The Prisoner Wine Company, known for their exceptional quality wines. This wine is made from a blend of different grape varieties sourced from various vineyards across California. The grapes are carefully selected from vineyards with unique features such as varying soil types, elevations, and microclimates, which contribute to the wine's complexity and depth of flavor. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques such as hand sorting, cold soaking, and barrel aging, resulting in a rich and full-bodied wine with a smooth and velvety texture. The wine boasts a bold and intense flavor profile with notes of dark fruit, chocolate, and spice, making it a perfect choice for those who enjoy full-bodied red wines.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Prisoner Saldo Red Blend is a bold, complex blend of Zinfandel, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petite Sirah.On the nose, it has intense aromas of ripe blackberries and cassis, followed by a hint of mocha and toasted oak. On the palate, it is full-bodied and structured with smooth tannins and a long finish. Rich and full of flavor, this blend is sure to please. Enjoy it with grilled meats or a cheese plate.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2027

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Very high

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Shiraz/Syrah

ORIGINS

Winery: The Prisoner

Region: California

California is a state located on the West Coast of the United States, and is home to some of the world's most renowned wine regions. With its diverse topography, climate, and soil, California is a paradise for wine lovers. The history of winemaking in California dates back to the 18th century, when Spanish missionaries planted the first vineyards in the state. Since then, California has become one of the world's leading wine producers, with over 4,000 wineries and more than 100 different grape varieties.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.0

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