2009 Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon wine Rutherford Napa Valley California sold by Angry Wine Merchant

2009 Scarecrow

Cabernet Sauvignon

America / California / Napa Valley  / Rutherford

¥117,900
RP 96
V 95
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2009 Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon – Rutherford’s Cult Classic

The 2009 Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon represents one of Napa Valley’s most prized cult wines, sourced from the historic J.J. Cohn Estate in Rutherford. Known for its meticulous farming of old Cabernet Sauvignon vines planted in 1945, Scarecrow continues to deliver small-production wines of extraordinary depth, elegance, and age-worthiness.

Tasting Notes

The 2009 vintage bursts with aromas of cassis, black cherry, and violets, layered with notes of graphite, tobacco, and subtle earth. The palate is rich yet refined, with velvety tannins supporting flavors of dark plum, licorice, and espresso. A mineral-laced finish highlights its Rutherford terroir and exceptional balance.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details

Scarecrow is made from **100% Cabernet Sauvignon** sourced from the estate’s legendary old vines, among the oldest in Napa Valley. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel, followed by **20–22 months of aging in 100% new French oak barrels**. With extremely low yields, each vintage reflects a deep connection between vine age, terroir, and precise winemaking.

Investment & Collectibility

The 2009 Scarecrow quickly established itself as a highly collectible vintage, with limited allocations and consistent critical acclaim. Its rarity, pedigree, and secondary market demand make it one of the most desirable California Cult Wines. Perfect for your collection.

Vintage Specifics & Accolades

The 2009 Napa Valley vintage benefited from a long, moderate growing season that produced wines of excellent balance, concentration, and purity. Scarecrow thrived under these conditions, delivering a Cabernet Sauvignon of both power and finesse.

  • 96 points – Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
  • 95 points – Vinous
  • 94 points – Wine Spectator

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RP 96

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

Rating (96-100). Put your seatbelts on for the 2009 Scarecrow, which should end up rivaling their prodigious 2007. A wine of great intensity, an opaque purple color, a mind-blowing nose of almost liquid flowers intermixed with crushed rock, blueberry, blackberry, and cassis, the wine has terrific minerality, laser-like focus, and a stacked-and-packed palate that builds incrementally like a 20-story skyscraper. This is truly prodigious stuff and an early candidate for the wine of the vintage. Moreover, it should be relatively precocious in its youth given the sweet tannins, and last for 20-25 years. Reviewed by Robert M. Parker, Jr., Issue date: December 23, 2010. Drinking window: 2010 - 2035.
V 95

Vinous

Good bright ruby-red. Aromas of black cherry, violet, mint and anise. Lush, seamless and voluptuous, in the style of the year. Very pure dark fruit and mineral flavors are given added sex appeal by bitter chocolate and espresso nuances. Finishes very long and suave, with supple tannins and outstanding early appeal. Will this close down in the bottle? Reviewed by Stephen Tanzer, Issue date: May, 2012. Drinking window: N/A.

Domestic Shipping

We currently ship to all U.S. states where the shipment of alcohol is legally permitted. Orders are fulfilled via UPS.

Orders placed Monday through Thursday before 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time typically ship the same day. Orders placed after 2:00 p.m. on Thursday through Sunday will ship the following Monday.

Same-day delivery may be available within the Los Angeles Metro area if placed before noon. Please contact us at (626) 714-7006 to arrange expedited local service.

Packaging & Warm Weather Shipping

To protect wine quality, all orders are packed in EPS foam shippers with gel packs when necessary. During warmer months, we recommend selecting Next Day Air service. If Ground shipping is selected during high temperatures, a signed waiver may be required to release us from liability due to heat exposure.

For OWC (Original Wooden Case) orders, bottles are removed and shipped in foam for safety. The wooden case ships separately via Ground unless otherwise requested.

Weather Holds & Free Storage

In periods of extreme weather, we reserve the right to delay shipment until safe conditions return. If you request immediate shipment during such periods, you must confirm in writing and acknowledge that you waive any condition guarantees.

We also offer complimentary temperature-controlled storage for up to 6 months from the date of purchase. Select the “Hold for Weather” option at checkout and we will coordinate shipping at a later date.

Insurance

We provide free shipping insurance for loss or visible damage during transit, per carrier terms and conditions.

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All shipments of alcohol require an adult signature (21+) upon delivery. Carriers will not release packages without adult authorization. Additional charges may apply for re-delivery, redirection, or failed delivery attempts.

Shipping Address Accuracy

Orders are shipped to the exact shipping address provided at checkout. Angry Wine Merchant is not responsible for errors or omissions in the address submitted by the customer. If a package is delayed, returned, or misdelivered due to incorrect shipping details, the customer assumes full responsibility. Additional shipping fees may apply if re-shipment is required. By placing an order, you confirm that the shipping address entered is correct and agree to these terms.

States We Ship To

We ship to the following U.S. states:

Alabama (AL), Alaska (AK), Arizona (AZ), Arkansas (AR), California (CA), Colorado (CO), Connecticut (CT), Delaware (DE), Florida (FL), Georgia (GA), Hawaii (HI), Idaho (ID), Illinois (IL), Indiana (IN), Iowa (IA), Kansas (KS), Kentucky (KY), Louisiana (LA), Maine (ME), Maryland (MD), Massachusetts (MA), Michigan (MI), Minnesota (MN), Mississippi (MS), Missouri (MO), Montana (MT), Nebraska (NE), Nevada (NV), New Hampshire (NH), New Jersey (NJ), New Mexico (NM), New York (NY), North Carolina (NC), Ohio (OH), Oklahoma (OK), Oregon (OR), Pennsylvania (PA), Rhode Island (RI), South Carolina (SC), South Dakota (SD), Tennessee (TN), Texas (TX), Vermont (VT), Virginia (VA), Washington (WA), West Virginia (WV), Wisconsin (WI), Wyoming (WY)

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International Shipping

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  • CRITICAL REVIEWS
  • WINEMAKER NOTES
RP 96

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

Rating (96-100). Put your seatbelts on for the 2009 Scarecrow, which should end up rivaling their prodigious 2007. A wine of great intensity, an opaque purple color, a mind-blowing nose of almost liquid flowers intermixed with crushed rock, blueberry, blackberry, and cassis, the wine has terrific minerality, laser-like focus, and a stacked-and-packed palate that builds incrementally like a 20-story skyscraper. This is truly prodigious stuff and an early candidate for the wine of the vintage. Moreover, it should be relatively precocious in its youth given the sweet tannins, and last for 20-25 years. Reviewed by Robert M. Parker, Jr., Issue date: December 23, 2010. Drinking window: 2010 - 2035.
V 95

Vinous

Good bright ruby-red. Aromas of black cherry, violet, mint and anise. Lush, seamless and voluptuous, in the style of the year. Very pure dark fruit and mineral flavors are given added sex appeal by bitter chocolate and espresso nuances. Finishes very long and suave, with supple tannins and outstanding early appeal. Will this close down in the bottle? Reviewed by Stephen Tanzer, Issue date: May, 2012. Drinking window: N/A.

2009 Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon – Rutherford’s Cult Classic

The 2009 Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon represents one of Napa Valley’s most prized cult wines, sourced from the historic J.J. Cohn Estate in Rutherford. Known for its meticulous farming of old Cabernet Sauvignon vines planted in 1945, Scarecrow continues to deliver small-production wines of extraordinary depth, elegance, and age-worthiness.

Tasting Notes

The 2009 vintage bursts with aromas of cassis, black cherry, and violets, layered with notes of graphite, tobacco, and subtle earth. The palate is rich yet refined, with velvety tannins supporting flavors of dark plum, licorice, and espresso. A mineral-laced finish highlights its Rutherford terroir and exceptional balance.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details

Scarecrow is made from **100% Cabernet Sauvignon** sourced from the estate’s legendary old vines, among the oldest in Napa Valley. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel, followed by **20–22 months of aging in 100% new French oak barrels**. With extremely low yields, each vintage reflects a deep connection between vine age, terroir, and precise winemaking.

Investment & Collectibility

The 2009 Scarecrow quickly established itself as a highly collectible vintage, with limited allocations and consistent critical acclaim. Its rarity, pedigree, and secondary market demand make it one of the most desirable California Cult Wines. Perfect for your collection.

Vintage Specifics & Accolades

The 2009 Napa Valley vintage benefited from a long, moderate growing season that produced wines of excellent balance, concentration, and purity. Scarecrow thrived under these conditions, delivering a Cabernet Sauvignon of both power and finesse.

  • 96 points – Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
  • 95 points – Vinous
  • 94 points – Wine Spectator

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