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Tasting notes
Score 88/100 · Drink 2002-2012, Robert Parker, Aug 2002

The 2000 Proprietary Red (an 800 case blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon), made before Melka was fully in charge, is a succulent, straightforward, deep purple-colored offering with plenty of herb and tobacco-tinged Cabernet fruit intertwined with chocolaty Merlot. It is sweet on the attack and succulent, with excellent follow through. It will drink well for 5-10 years. (Release date 8/03) Tel. (707) 963-9292; Fax (707) 963-7848

Critic scores

Critic scores
89
89/100

Average Score

88
88/100

Robert Parker

89
89/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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89 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 89/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

(55% merlot and 45% cabernet sauvignon) Good bright medium ruby. Aromas of redcurrant syrup, tobacco, minerals and smoked nuts. Full and harmonious in the mouth, with moderate definition and distinctly warm flavors. Finishes with dusty, slightly edgy tannins that grew with aeration.

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Vineyard 29
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Grape Blend

Cabernet Sauvignon

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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