The 2016 Roy Estate Mr. Evans Proprietary Red is a polished, limited-production Napa Valley Bordeaux blend that showcases the power of the outstanding 2016 vintage with a more refined, mountain-grown elegance. Produced from Roy Estate’s hillside vineyard on Soda Canyon Road, the blend is 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, and 11% Petit Verdot, aged for 19 months in 100% new Taransaud French oak. The wine offers layered aromas of dark plum, blackberry, cassis, roasted coffee, cedar, chocolate, and warm baking spice, with a luxurious structure built around silky tannins and impressive balance. On the palate, the 2016 Mr. Evans is rich and full-bodied yet remarkably composed, balancing Napa ripeness with freshness and finesse. Notes of black fruits, cassis, cocoa, and subtle sweetness from oak integration create a plush, opulent texture while maintaining enough acidity for long-term aging. Roy Estate itself projects a 15–20 year drinking window, making this a strong cellar candidate through roughly 2035–2040. Community tasting notes also consistently highlight its floral lift, dark fruit density, and polished finish, often placing it among serious collector-level Napa proprietary reds.

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