For forty years our family has been proudly growing grapes in the Napa Valley. This unique blend of three varietals honors the youngest member of our farming family, our daughter Jillian.
Tasting Notes
Named after Ken Laird’s granddaughter, this dark red-violet wine is just as complex and fun as little Jillian herself. The pronounced nose, reminiscent of black cherry, candied plum, and vanilla, is rounded off with a potpourri of blackberry, licorice, chocolate and spice on the palate, while soft tannins compliment the long finish.
Vineyard Notes
Cabernet Sauvignon: 33% Flat Rock Ranch, 28% Mast Ranch, 22% Eagle Vines Ranch, 17% State Lane Ranch
Syrah: 100% Eagle Vines Ranch
Merlot: 100% Big Ranch
Ratings
93 points by Wine Spectator
Vintage
2009
Wine Style
Red Wine
Varietal Composition
68%Cabernet Sauvignon 20%Syrah 12%Merlot
Barrel Aging
22 months 60%new barrel 50%American Oak 50%French oak