Very round: not a tannin to be seen
making for an interesting
but is tannic and closed on the palate
The nose shows a terrific perfume and unctuousness plus great breed
The 2013 Chardonnay Lolita Ranch has lovely depth and phenolic intensity
2000 Blankiet "Paradise Hills" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Very round: not a tanninThe 2000 Proprietary Red, from a challenging vintage, is one of the year's most striking efforts. Notes of creosote, blueberries, blackberries, cassis, and a touch of licorice dominate this dense purple colored 2000's aromatics. The tannin is higher and more intrusive than in the 1999 or the seamless 2001, but there is tremendous depth and richness as well as a full bodied, concentrated mid palate and finish. Moreover, the texture is impressive,