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Laird Cabernet Sauvignon Flat Rock Ranch
Laird Family Estate
United States - California - Napa Valley

Laird's Flat Rock Ranch vineyard is located near the north corner of where Yountville Cross Road meets Silverado Trail, on State Lane. This prized, complex fruit from the Yountville Appellation is a result of unique geological and meteorological conditions: volcanic soils similar to the adjacent Stags Leap District, but also display ancient coastal deposits, and sedimentary and alluvial soils that provide beneficial stress for our vines. Marine air currents from San Pablo Bay to the south are caught when they reach the "Yountville Mounts," providing a natural cooling effect that balances warm, sunny days that ripen the rich tannins of our hallmark Cabernet Sauvignon to elegant distinction.

Bold violet-red color introduces a captivating bouquet of blueberries, tea leaf, and vanilla. This full-bodied wine has flavors of cassis, hazelnut and briary undertones with fresh acidity and chewy tannins on the palate.

Specifications
Appellation
Napa Valley
Wine Type
Red
Varietal(s)
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Soil type
volcanic soils; ancient coastal deposits; sedimentary and alluvial soils
Vinification
Aged 21 months in French oak (50% new)

Reviews and News

2018 Laird Cabernet Sauvignon Flat Rock Ranch - 93+ PTS - VINOUS

2018 Laird Cabernet Sauvignon Flat Rock Ranch - 93+ PTS - VINOUS

vinous logo"The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Flat Rock is laced with crème de cassis, menthol, lavender, spice and blueberry jam. Inky and plush, the 2018 also has quite a bit of energy backing it all up. The 2018 is a gorgeous wine from Laird.- Antonio GALLONI"

- Vinous (The 2019 Napa Valley Cabernets: A Deep Dive, January 2022), 93+ pts

 

2013 Laird Cabernet Sauvignon Flat Rock Ranch - 94 PTS - WA

2013 Laird Cabernet Sauvignon Flat Rock Ranch - 94 PTS - WA

wa94"The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Flat Rock Ranch, from another Yountville site, is softer than the Mast Ranch, with sweet tannin, dense purple color, plenty of crème de cassis, blackberry and blueberry. There is a nice floral element as well, and the wine finishes full, rich and impressive. Give it 3-4 years of cellaring and drink it over the following two decades."

- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (Issue #222, December 2015), 94 pts

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2013 Laird Cabernet Sauvignon Flat Rock Ranch - 93 PTS - JS

2013 Laird Cabernet Sauvignon Flat Rock Ranch - 93 PTS - JS

james suckling hq logo plain"A focused and poised young cabernet with blackberry, blueberry and cherry aromas and flavors. Full body, velvety tannins and a long, flavorful finish. Shows depth and power. Better in 2019."

- James Suckling (December 2016), 93 pts

 

Producer Information: Laird Family Estate

After 30 years of growing grapes for other wineries, Ken and Gail Laird established Laird Family Estate in 1999. Located in Napa Valley near the Oak Knoll District, the winery’s ...
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