🏰 The 2017 vintage for Sloan Estate's Proprietary Red was notably influenced by the fires that year, leading to fruit being picked earlier than optimal and fewer barrel ferments. Despite these challenges, the wine is described as impeccably balanced and very nicely done. Sloan is proudly recognized as one of the "Three S's" of the Napa cult kingdom, alongside Screaming Eagle and Scarecrow, highlighting its esteemed status. This proprietary red blend, typically composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, offers wonderful aromas of blueberries, blackberries, mushrooms, pine, and blackcurrants, with hints of violets. It is full-bodied, refined, and polished, with a linear tannin structure. Other tasting notes reveal black cherry, spice, licorice, lavender, and chocolate. The palate is richly fruited and jam-packed with opulent black fruit preserves and exotic spice layers, framed by a wicked backbone of freshness and plush, well-managed tannins, finishing with impressive length and perfume. It exhibits a gorgeous tension between elements of grace and power, balance and opulence, as well as age and vibrancy. 【One of Napa's "Three S's" cult wines】 🍴 The Sloan Estate Red Wine 2017 pairs exceptionally well with beef and venison. Its richness and complexity would also make it an excellent companion for other hearty red meat dishes, such as roasted lamb or prime rib. 🥂 This wine, with its immense aging potential (drinking well for 20-25 years) and cult status, is ideal for a truly special occasion, perhaps a milestone celebration, a collector's tasting, or a sophisticated dinner where a high-end Napa experience is desired.