THE PRISONER WINE CO.
2018 THE PRISONER
PROPRIETARY RED
NAPA VALLEY
With one of the most viral labels and wines, The Prisoner Red Wine is as recognizable and popular as Aerosmith’s “Walk This Way” hit from 1975. Conceived and created by one of the most creative winemakers of today, Dave Phinney launched his initial vintage of The Prisoner in 2000 with 385 cases. The production in 2017 was about 165,000 cases, and the wine sells out every year.
Phinney sold The Prisoner brand to the Huneeus Vintners in 2008 for a reportedly $40 million. Eight years later The Prisoner Wine Company was sold to Constellation Brands for a whopping $285 million.
With a wine as popular and recognizable as the The Prisoner, it can be a challenge to surpass expectations and raise the bar that’s been set so high.
The new 2018 Prisoner did exactly that…
Our veteran tasting panel has been tasting Prisoner since their inaugural vintage, and every one of us agreed wholeheartedly that this was their best ever.
The 2018 unshackles a gang of intense blue fruits, chocolate dipped raspberries, liquid violets and boysenberry. The wine is balanced, charming and chock-full of intriguing fruits and earthly hedonism.
The sheer quality is unmistakeable in this vintage, and I wouldn’t be surprised if this it sells out at a record pace. You may want to lock yours up before the scores are released…
A glass-staining, deep, dense bluish/purple in color, the 2018 Prisoner originates from a gang of top vineyard sites throughout Napa Valley, including Korte Ranch in St. Helena and Tiedemann Ranch in Yountville.
Each distinct vineyard block adds its own unique dimension, helping to complete the uniquely complex flavors that we have come to love and expect from The Prisoner.
If you’ve been a fan of The Prisoner in the past, or simply love big, rich, quality red wines, I highly recommend stocking up on this 2018… You’ll be so glad you did.
THE PRISONER WINE COMPANY
2018 THE PRISONER
PROPRIETARY RED WINE
NAPA VALLEY
Retails at: $49.00 per bottle
Members’ price: $42.99 per bottle
Winery Notes: “Features enticing aromas of Bing cherry, dark chocolate, clove, and roasted fig. Persistent flavors of ripe raspberry, boysenberry, pomegranate, and vanilla linger harmoniously, for a smooth and luscious finish.”
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Customers that enjoy The Prisoner Red Wine, may also enjoy these two outstanding wines from The Prisoner Wine Company…
ETERNALLY SILENCED
2017 PINOT NOIR
by THE PRISONER WINE CO.
Members’ price: $49.99
Stitching together fruit from a vast selection of premier and family farmed vineyards throughout California, including Santa Barbara, Sonoma Coast, Napa and Edna Valleys and Monterey, this 2017 is remarkably complex. The diverse assortment of vineyards allows the winemaking team to enhance the best components of the wine and fill-out the mouthfeel, and aromatic display.
CUTTINGS
2016 CABERNET SAUVIGNON
by THE PRISONER WINE COMPANY
Retails at: $55.00
Members’ price: $39.99
The 2016 Cuttings is a larger-than-life Cabernet Sauvignon that always makes an indomitable entrance with a spectacular display of unbridled richness, voluptuous textures and satin layers. The wine was thoughtfully inspired by steep, hillside vineyards and expert blending, and the 2016 was built around a core of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, elevated with Petite Sirah, Syrah and Zinfandel.
