Sloan Proprietary Red 2012 (750ML)

97 Points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "Deep garnet colored with a hint of purple, the 2012 Proprietary Red bursts from the glass with flamboyant red and black cherry preserves, warm cassis, baked plums and blueberry compote scents with touches of Indian spices, fragrant earth, pencil lead and Ceylon tea plus a waft of cedar chest. Built like a skyscraper, the full-bodied palate is completely packed with black fruit and savory layers with a very firm, grainy frame and loads of freshness, finishing very long and very earthy. A behemoth of a wine—this is one for the hedonists!" 12/18

97 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous: "The 2012 Sloan is dark, sensual and voluptuous to the core. Soft edges and radiant, luxurious fruit add to the wine's undeniably raciness. Absolutely impeccable, the 2012 Sloan is also a fabulous example of the year at its best." 12/16

97 Points, Jeb Dunnuck, JebDunnuck.com: "During my visit, I was also able to taste a bottle of the 2012 Proprietary Red, which is firing on all cylinders today. Gorgeous aromatics of currants, iron, Asian spice, and black olive all define the nose, and it's full-bodied on the palate, with a layered, graceful mouthfeel, beautiful tannins, and a great finish. This is a regal, majestic effort offering incredible purity and length. It's clearly in its prime drinking window yet should easily have another 15 years of prime drinking followed by a gradual decline. Drink 2025-2040. (Drink between 2025-2040)" 12/25