2023 Shifflett Ranch Proprietary Red
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Score 94/100 · Drink 2027-2039, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Nov 2025
The 2023 Proprietary Red is a blend of equal parts Cabernet Franc and Merlot. Aromatic and vibrant, this mid-weight red is pure seduction. Crushed flowers, red-toned fruit, mint, spice and orange peel all grace this understated wine. Co-fermenting Cabernet Franc and Merlot is not easy because of the different ripening curves of the two grapes. This is very nicely done.
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92-94/100
Jeb Dunnuck
94
94/100
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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92 - 94 points
Jeb Dunnuck
Score 92-94/100 · Jeb Dunnuck, Jan 2025
The same 60/40 split of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, the 2023 Proprietary Red is deeper purple-hued and has a rocking nose of red, blue, and black fruit intermixed with spicy oak, sappy flowers, and chocolate. I love its overall texture, it's medium to full-bodied, has ripe tannins, and tons of character.
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William & Mary Wine Company
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