United States California Screaming EagleSecond Flight

2012 Second Flight

Screaming Eagle

96Average Score

California / United States

Red

Composed of 43% Merlot, 48% Cabernet Sauvignon and 9% Cabernet Franc and with a very deep garnet-purple color, the 2012 Second Flight has an enticingly savory nose with notes of smoked meats, yeast extract, tapenade and truffles over a core of creme de cassis and plum preserves plus a touch of Indian spices. Full-bodied, rich and concentrated in the mouth, it has firm, velvety tannins and plenty of background freshness supporting the generous fruit, finishing long and spicy. Apr 2018, www.robertparker.com

Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate Score: 96/100

6x75cl	-	0 Immediate \| 2 Marketplace	£5,056.00
Bts	-	0 Immediate \| 9 Marketplace	£843.00
3x75cl	-	0 Immediate \| 3 Marketplace	£2,528.00

Scores + Notes

Average Score

The 2012 Second Flight may be the highest scoring second wine I have ever reviewed. A blend of 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 43% Merlot and 9% Cabernet Franc, it is completely different from the Screaming Eagle since the latter wine is at least 75% or more Cabernet Sauvignon and the balance Merlot with only a tiny dollop of Cabernet Franc. The 2012 Second Flight offers up floral, blue and black fruit, mocha and white chocolate characteristics. It possesses full-bodied, silky flavors, and a finish that lasts 50+ seconds. It can be drunk now, but should evolve effortlessly for 12-15+ years. Oct 2014, www.erobertparker.com, Drink: 2014-2029

Robert ParkerScore: 96/100

Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine AdvocateScore: 96/100

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Product Details

Country

United States

Region

California

Sub-region

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol %

Product Type

Still wine

Product Subtype

Drinking Window