{"product_id":"scarecrow-2012","title":"2012 Scarecrow","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2012 Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon – Rutherford’s Cult Classic\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2012 Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e is a defining vintage from one of Napa Valley’s most legendary vineyards. Sourced from the historic J.J. Cohn Estate in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/rutherford\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRutherford\u003c\/a\u003e, Scarecrow has become one of the most sought-after \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/california-cult-wines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCalifornia Cult Wines\u003c\/a\u003e, prized for its tiny production and extraordinary quality. The 2012 vintage, from one of Napa’s most celebrated harvests, offers balance, depth, and remarkable aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2012 Scarecrow opens with intense aromas of \u003cstrong\u003eblackcurrant\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eviolets\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ecedar\u003c\/strong\u003e, layered with hints of \u003cstrong\u003ecigar box\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003elicorice\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003egraphite\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the palate, it is both powerful and refined, offering ripe flavors of \u003cstrong\u003eblackberry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eplum\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003edark chocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e. Silky tannins and vibrant acidity carry the wine to a long, mineral-driven finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking \u0026amp; Vineyard Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Scarecrow estate vineyards were originally planted in the 1940s by J.J. Cohn, with some of the oldest Cabernet vines in Napa Valley. The 2012 vintage is composed entirely of **Cabernet Sauvignon**, vinified with precision and aged for nearly two years in new French oak barrels. The combination of Rutherford’s alluvial soils and old-vine fruit delivers a wine of exceptional character and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInvestment \u0026amp; Collectibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2012 Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e is highly collectible, both for its rarity and its acclaim. With limited production and allocations, bottles are difficult to obtain outside of mailing list releases. As one of Napa Valley’s modern icons, it is an essential addition to any serious collection. Perfect for your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Specifics \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe **2012 Napa Valley vintage** is widely considered one of the best of the past two decades, producing wines with richness, balance, and long-term cellaring potential. Scarecrow excelled, with critics praising its finesse and power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 points\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem\u003eVinous\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem\u003eWine Spectator\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/napa-valley\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNapa Valley Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/cabernet-wines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCabernet Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/rare-wines\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRare Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Scarecrow","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":42937511805120,"sku":"FRGE-SCA-C12-750","price":825.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/files\/2012_Scarecrow_Cabernet_Sauvignon_Rutherford_Napa_Valley_bottle_front.jpg?v=1756908102","url":"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/products\/scarecrow-2012","provider":"Angry Wine Merchant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}