{"product_id":"carte-blanche-proprietary-red-napa-valley-2016-750ml","title":"Carte Blanche Proprietary Red Napa Valley 2016 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWinemaker Notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe 2016 Proprietary Red shows blackberry, ripe plum, blueberry, cocao andcedar on the nose. The palate is silky and focused, showcasing red and blackcurrant, crushed blackberries, tobacco, and hint of graphite through an enduringfinish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJD95\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eComing from Napa Valley, the 2016 Proprietary Red Wine is a blend of 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, and the rest Petit Verdot, all aged in new barrels. This cuvée is made with the idea to be slightly more accessible and offers a St. Emilion-like feel in its blue fruits, tobacco leaf, crushed rocks, and cedary, spice-laced aromas and flavors. It’s full-bodied, has a layered, balanced texture, and terrific tannin quality. It’s another powerful yet elegant wine from Keplinger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRP95\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe 2016 Proprietary Red is a blend of 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot aged 22 months in 100% French oak barrels. Very deep purple-black in color, it displays intense blackcurrants, warm blackberries and blueberry compote notes with suggestions of tree bark, incense and tar plus a waft of iron ore. Medium to full-bodied and firm, with exquisitely ripe tannins, it delivers wonderful length and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJS93\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e James Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSubtle and complex with plum, chocolate and hazelnut character, but always reserved. Medium to full body, lightly soft tannins and a juicy finish. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot, cabernet franc, and petit verdot. Very drinkable now. Why wait?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carte Blanche","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43756742574304,"sku":"114020","price":154.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/9713\/0464\/products\/carte-blanche-proprietary-red-carte-blanche-proprietary-red.jpg?v=1671821663","url":"https:\/\/www.mywineconnection.com\/products\/carte-blanche-proprietary-red-napa-valley-2016-750ml","provider":"My Wine Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}