Scarecrow
Cabernet Sauvignon
Rutherford
2006
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Where it is, October 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2013-2034), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2034, with a drinking horizon to 2043.
The ‘06 Cabernet Sauvignon.
Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 is from Rutherford, United States.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
The 2006 vintage
Scarecrow's 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon comes from Rutherford, United States.
About Scarecrow
Scarecrow's Cabernet Sauvignon comes from Rutherford, United States.
From the cellar: pair with
Roasted prime rib with horseradish cream
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Seared duck breast with pomegranate reduction
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Aged Gruyère and black truffle crostini
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2006?
Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 is from Rutherford, United States.
What does Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 taste like?
Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
When should Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2011-2043. Within that arc, the peak window is 2013-2034. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2006?
Pair this wine with Roasted prime rib with horseradish cream; Seared duck breast with pomegranate reduction; or Aged Gruyère and black truffle crostini.