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2016 Scarecrow

By Scarecrow

2016 Scarecrow from Scarecrow, Napa Valley

In the constellation of exceptional wineries that punctuate the landscape of Napa Valley, the 2016 Scarecrow from Scarecrow winery is a beacon of viticultural distinction. Within such a highly competitive wine market as Napa Valley, home to many fine wines from the USA, the 2016 Scarecrow upholds its distinctive allure.

 

A harmonious dance between clime and grape

The 2016 vintage was an interesting year for vintners in Napa Valley. It was a year that began with tension, thanks to the El Niño weather pattern's influence causing cooler temperatures and much-needed winter rainfall. Yet spring brought a perfect respite, nurturing the vines to offer a remarkable crop. The Scarecrow embodied this battle against the elements with impeccable grace.

The resultant wine shows an admirable leading Cabernet Sauvignon touch softened by a subtle hint of Merlot and Petit Verdot. With every sip, one is enveloped in ethereal notes of voluptuous cherries, blackberries and cassis subtly underpinned by undertones of dried herbs and earthy nuances.

 

Raising the bar of prowess and potential investment returns

Opulent yet refined, this exquisite melange offers potential investors an opportunity for future yields. The 2016 Scarecrow showcases an admirable balance between ripeness and acidity displaying the producer's harmonious dance with nature.

The promise of longevity in barrel and beyond sets it apart as an appealing asset for discerning fine wine investors. When one uncovers a bottle of 2016 Scarecrow, they discover not just an exceptional vintage from a renowned terroir but also a conduit to further financial fruition.

 

2016 Scarecrow: a reflection of a vintage's triumph

In essence, the 2016 Scarecrow from Scarecrow Winery mirrors the character of its birthyear—a year of highs and lows dictated by weather patterns but ultimately emerging as a testament to winemaking supremacy. A thrilling prospect for aficionados and investors alike, its inherent complexities prove that it is far more than just one of the many fine wines from USA but a remarkable example of why wine investment can yield substantial returns.

Market price (GBP)

£9,660.00

12x75cl

Highest score

100

POP score

483

Scores and tasting notes

100

Scarecrow is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from two acres of old vines planted in 1945 by John Daniel and dry farmed. Very deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon comes sashaying out of the glass with tantalizing notions of violets, lavender, Black Forest cake, mulberries, tobacco leaf and fragrant earth with a core of warm cassis, kirsch, Chinese five spice, rose hip tea and cedar chest. The palate is full-bodied and super concentrated yet possesses great energy with vibrant red and black fruits and loads of mineral accents, framed by very ripe, super fine-grained tannins and fantastic freshness, finishing very long with the most incredible perfume. Hedonistically, undeniably and deliciously perfect. 2,000 cases are to be made, to be released in the spring of 2019.

Lisa Perrotti-Brown - The Wine Advocate, 29 October 2018

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