2012 Blackbird Contrarian
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Score 91/100 · Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider, Jan 2016
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91/100
Robert Parker
91
91/100
Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider
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93+ points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 93+/100 · Drink 2017-2027, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Dec 2014
Cabernet Franc plays the leading role in the 2012 Contrarian. Sweet floral and savory aromatics meld into a core of dark red stone fruits in a deep, resonant wine built on pure verticality. All the elements fall into place in a gracious yet powerful wine. The Cabernet Franc is felt especially in the lifted, floral aromatics that are woven throughout.
91 points
Robert Parker
Score 91/100 · Drink 2016-2028, Robert Parker, Oct 2014
The 2012 Proprietary Red Contrarian (an equal part blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc) is slightly more structured. Its dense ruby/purple color is followed by notes of blackcurrants, licorice, lead pencil shavings, vanillin and spice. Made in a fuller-bodied, more structured and masculine style, it should drink well 2016-2028.
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