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The 2012 Proprietary Red Blend Jillian's is primarily Cabernet Sauvignon, 65%, but kitchen-sink additions include 20% Syrah, 10% Merlot, as well as Malbec and Petit Verdot. Production was just over 2,000 cases. I really like the juiciness of this wine, which has a dark ruby/purple color, lots of black cherry, mulberry, mocha, fruit and a nice tactile, fleshy impression with good purity, uplift and density in the long velvety finish. This is a beauty to drink now and over the next 7-8 years.
Technical Details
- Blend65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Syrah, 10% Merlot, 3% Malbec, 2% Petit Verdot
- WinemakerPaul Hobbs consulting
- CountryUS
- RegionCalifornia North Coast
- AppellationNapa Valley
Laird Proprietary Blend Jillian's Blend Napa Valley 2012 (Magnum 1.5L)
Proprietary Blends | US
RP91
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One of the largest owners of vineyard land in Napa Valley with over 2,000 acres, Laird has established itself as a premier grower, selling 97% of their grapes to premium wineries. That 3% is the very best that they reserve for their own wines. The Jillian's Blend is a gorgeous Bordeaux blend with the welcome addition of Syrah which gives it juicy appeal and savory complexity. The 2012 is in a beautiful drinking window will continue to improve with a few more years in the bottle. This was one of the last few vintages that the legend Paul Hobbs (who made his wine here for a stint) consulted on the winemaking.
About the Producer
After nearly 50 years in the wine business, Laird understand the ins and outs of the industry, from the trends to the challenges. Having slowly become one of the largest vineyard land owners in all of Napa Valley, it's no wonder that becoming a world-class producer was in their DNA as well.