Carol Shelton Wines, Alexander Valley (Sonoma County) Carignane 2013

I’m a real fan of this grape, and while I wish there was more of it available as a stand-alone variety, I’m certainly glad this one exists. You will be as well — it’s a spot-on correct example, but don’t take that to mean boring.  It’s lively and fun, showing red and blue fruit with citrus, white pepper and mild spice. Try it where you might normally serve a light-bodied Zinfandel.  A Double Gold Award winner at the 2016 Toast of the Coast Wine Competition.