Scarecrow
Cabernet Sauvignon
Rutherford
2013
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Where it is, August 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2020-2041), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2041, with a drinking horizon to 2050.
The ‘13 Cabernet Sauvignon.
Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 is from Rutherford, United States.
CAI drinking timeline
Cellared reference data. Based on Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford, 2013 vintage. Reference updated May 31, 2026.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
The 2013 vintage
Scarecrow's 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon comes from Rutherford, United States.
About Scarecrow
Scarecrow's Cabernet Sauvignon comes from Rutherford, United States.
From the cellar: pair with
Dry-aged prime tomahawk with compound herb butter
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Roasted rack of lamb with black olive tapenade
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Wild mushroom and truffle risotto
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
Service & cellaring
- Serving Temp
- 60-65°F (16-18°C)
- Decanting
- Young and structured. Decant for 45-60 minutes to soften the tannins before serving.
- Cellar Storage
- 55°F (13°C), 60-70% humidity, bottle on its side.
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Frequently Asked
What is Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2013?
Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 is from Rutherford, United States.
What does Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 taste like?
Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.
When should Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2018-2050. Within that arc, the peak window is 2020-2041. 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. Cellared reference data. Based on Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford, 2013 vintage. Reference updated May 31, 2026.
What pairs with Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon 2013?
Pair this wine with Dry-aged prime tomahawk with compound herb butter; Roasted rack of lamb with black olive tapenade; or Wild mushroom and truffle risotto.