Bridesmaid proprietary red Napa 2005

Robert Parker: The excellent 2005 Bridesmaid Proprietary Red, a Bordeaux blend of equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot as well as 20% Cabernet Franc, exhibits a dark ruby color as well as an intriguing bouquet of tobacco leaf, black and red currants, lead pencil shavings, and subtle wood and earth scents. It is ideal for drinking over the next 5-7 years.(Dec. 2008) One of the San Francisco Chronicle's Top 100 Wines of 2008: A joint negociant project from Napa notables Pam Starr (Spottswoode, Crocker & Starr) and Drew Neiman (Kongsgaard) that blends top lots from undisclosed locations. This mix of cabernet, merlot and cabernet franc offers an immediate oak-driven thrill on the nose - lots of toast, chocolate, deeply extracted black cherry and leather, with a juicy, bright palate and salty highlights.