2011 Pahlmeyer Proprietary Red [V95][WA90]

Producer: Pahlmeyer 
Region: Napa Valley, California 
Blend: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot, 1% Malbec 
Year: 2011 

Vinous, 95 Points 

"A beguiling, layered wine, the 2011 Proprietary Red impresses for its nuance, vibrancy and delineation. Grilled herbs, graphite, smoke, new leather and incense meld together in a vibrant wine endowed with gorgeous depth and intensity. The tannins are just a bit firm, hardly a surprise for a wine made from mountain fruit and the year, but the 2011 stands out for its impeccable balance and pure class. The 2011 is Cabernet Sauvignon, mostly from Stagecoach, with drops of Malbec and Petit Verdot." 

Wine Advocate, 90 Points 

"The dense ruby/purple-colored 2011 Proprietary Red is, as usual, a blend of five grapes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec. It exhibits Pahlmeyer’s tell-tale suppleness as well as a sexy, upfront display of ripe fruit, flowers, black currants, cherries and a hint of espresso. It is not the biggest or richest blend made, but it is well put together with no hint of herbaceousness. Enjoy it over the next 10-12 years." 

Alcohol: 15.2% 

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