Antonio Gallonis review
September 12, 2016

Antonio Galloni's review of our 2013 Proprietary Red Wine, Napa Valley
93 Points
Another racy, expressive wine from Carte Blanche, the 2013 Proprietary Red Wine is beautifully perfumed throughout. Dark red cherry, pomegranate, mint, spice and sweet floral notes are woven together in a sensual, supple wine that will drink well pretty much upon release. The blend of mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc works quite well here.—Antonio GalloniHot Off the Press!
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2012 Red Scores
February 3, 2016
Vinous / Antonio Galloni | 2012 Proprietary Red - 94 Points
A great example of the vintage at its best, the 2012 Proprietary Red Wine exudes richness and voluptuousness. A host of sweet red cherry, rose petal, mint and spices notes open up, with expressive aromatics that add a gorgeous top register. The positive reputation of the vintage is built on wines like this that offer tremendous radiance and near term appeal.
2012 Cabernet Sauvignon - 92 Points
Dark, powerful and intense, the 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon is laced with black cherry, plum, leather, smoke, licorice, tar, smoke and savory herbs. Plump and expressive, with a good range of textures and flavors, the 2012 is a delicious Cabernet to drink now and over the next decade.
Wine Spectator | 2012 Proprietary Red - 93 Points
Herbal and cedary in a pleasant way, rich and full-bodied, with juicy blackberry, cherry, currant and loamy earth notes. The flavors fairly coat the palate, revealing uncommon depth and density. Very chewy on the finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Best from 2017 through 2030.
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TALKING ABOUT TANZER…
August 8, 2013

Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate rated the 2010 Carte Blanche Cabernet Sauvignon at 94 Points.
April 24, 2013

Another powerful, young wine, the 2010 Carte Blanche Cabernet Sauvignon is incredibly dense and virtually impenetrable. Blue and black fruit, grilled herbs, licorice, new leather, menthol and tobacco flow through to an incisive finish layered with graphite and crushed rocks. Today, the 2010 is cool and implosive, suggesting it needs at least another few years to come together. The addition of 10% Petit Verdot seems to give the wine some of its brooding personality. Anticipated maturity: 2018-2028. - Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate. Antonio Galloni
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Top Scores
November 17, 2012
Top scores from the editors at Wine Advocate, Wine Enthusiast, and Wine Spectator reflect a powerhouse harvest from 2009.
Wine Advocate
2009 Cabernet Sauvignon 94
"The 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon caresses the palate with deep layers of dark red fruit, rose petals, smoke and espresso. It is a bit more voluptuous and sexy than the 2008 in its sleek, polished personality. All of the elements flow gracefully to the huge, textured finish."
2009 Proprietary Red 93
"This is bigger than the 2008 but not quite as delineated. It makes up for that with gorgeous richness and balance. The 2009 is 47% Merlot, 29% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot."
Wine Enthusiast
2009 Cabernet Sauvignon 94
“This is the very definition of a modern cult-style Napa Cabernet. It’s extraordinarily rich and flavorful in blackberries, blueberries, cassis and chocolate, while the jacket of tannins is as soft and velvety as modern winemaking can achieve.”
2009 Proprietary Red 94
Wine Spectator
2000 Cabernet Sauvignon 93
"Rich and spicy, deep in plum- and currant-laced fruit, with touches of sage and licorice. Maintains its strength, while easing into a more supple ending."
2009 Proprietary Red 93
"Beautifully made, rich and fleshy, delivering dense, complex layers of red and black fruits, with blackberry, wild berry and boysenberry flavors. Intense and persistent, with a long, persistent finish."
The 2009 vintage wines are just beginning to open up, letting us see what they’re made of--power and finesse with unwinding layers. The 2009 Carte Blanche wines will age gracefully and reward those with patience. Over the next three to five years the wines’ tannin will begin to soften and open the door to the fruit’s evolution.
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