The Prisoner Red Blend California 2023 750ml

Dave Phinney created The Prisoner in 2000, with a Goya etching on the label, and it became the Zinfandel-led blend that many others copied. Constellation Brands has owned The Prisoner Wine Company, in Napa Valley, since 2016.

The 2023 is a California blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec. Sources include the Solari Family Vineyard in Calistoga and Korte Ranch in St. Helena. It sees 35% new oak.

It shows cranberry, blackberry and dried plum with caramelized vanilla, nutmeg and toasted coconut, full-bodied, with a soft texture and a smooth finish of sweet spice.

Against DAOU Pessimist, The Prisoner is richer and riper; for a big, plush red to share, choose The Prisoner.

The winery gives 3% of Red Blend sales to The Center for Art & Advocacy. Serve it with short ribs, barbecue or a burger with blue cheese.

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