Tasting Notes

• • RATING

    96-98+ JEB DUNNUCK

  • TASTING DATE

    2/16/2023

  • MATURITY

    unavailable

  • REVIEWED BY

    Jeb Dunnuck

  • SOURCE

    Napa Valley’s 2020s and 2021s

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  As with the Flight, I was able to taste through multiple barrels destined for the 2021 Screaming Eagle. Pure cassis and assorted dark fruits, some classic graphite and lead pencil notes, as well as a beautiful sense of minerality were present in all of the barrels, and this will be a medium to full-bodied, elegant expression of Screaming Eagle. I wouldn't expect too many fireworks right on release (although it will offer pleasure), but it should hit its stride about 7-8 years after release and have a long life.