2011 Screaming Eagle

Description

The 2011 vintage in Napa Valley was one of the most challenging in history—marked by a cold spring, a cool summer, and late-season rains. While many producers struggled to achieve ripeness, Screaming Eagle excelled by leaning into a more "European" or "Bordeaux-like" style. The winemaker, Nick Gislason, famously used his experience with cool-climate viticulture to produce a wine that is more about finesse, aromatics, and precision than raw power. At 15 years old, this 2011 is in a beautiful drinking window.

Highlights

• Vintage: 2011

• Region/Appellation: Oakville, Napa Valley (USA)

• Producer: Screaming Eagle

• Grape: 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, and 4% Cabernet Franc.

• Style: Refined, elegant, and "cool-climate" cult Cabernet; medium-to-full-bodied with ultra-fine tannins and high-toned aromatics.

• Perfect for: The ultimate status-symbol dinner or a serious collector's vertical tasting. It pairs exquisitely with roasted squab, wagyu beef with a simple bordelaise sauce, or a delicate truffle-based pasta.