Scarecrow’s second label, M. Étain — a cheeky French reference to the Tin Man (Monsieur Étain translating to “Mr. Tin”) is a more approachable, juicy style that can be enjoyed at a younger age and a lower price point.
Scarecrow’s Monsieur Étain - The Tin Man
As the second label of renowned Scarecrow, Monsieur Étain lives up to the estate's Hollywood-esque legacy. According to Chief Winemaker Celia Welch, the label is a more approachable, lovely, and gregarious bottle compared to Scarecrow. While not as sophisticated, M. Etain possesses more fruit-forward flavor due to the young age of the vines and chewier grapes chosen for final bottling.
"We wanted to create a companion label to Scarecrow utilising the younger blocks, or cuts of Clone 337 that were too abundant for the flagship Scarecrow bottling" — Celia Welch, Chief Winemaker, Scarecrow
These winemaking choices reject the "Old Man" vines Scarecrow became so iconic for, illustrating the estate's versatility. Etain is sold at a fraction of the price of the grand vin, yet bears the same essence of the Scarecrow brand.
History Behind The Label - Scarecrow M. Etain
The 2008 Scarecrow M. Etain was the first vintage released, quickly becoming a favorite amongst critics and collectors. With fruit grown from a dry-farmed block at the end of the vineyard's lower block, the final bottle contains ripe yet sleek flavors thanks to the blend of cabernet sauvignon, petit verdot, malbec, and merlot. While the label began as a pure cabernet sauvignon wine, similar to the grand vin, other varieties were blended over time, as the Scarecrow winemaking team was keen to create a unique identity for the brother label.
With exceptional vintages like the 2021 M. Etain bottle, efforts have paid off, with famed critic Jeb Dunnuck rating the bottle 97 points and noting, "it really has its own signature, and it's as good or better than most Grand Vin."
Add a Bottle of M. Etain To Your Collection
Scarecrow's M. Etain provides the perfect starting point for drinkers looking to experience one of Napa's top cult wineries. With bottles often a third of the main label's price, M. Etain offers Scarecrow's top-tier quality without breaking the bank. Browse our selection of highly acclaimed vintages and grab a bottle today.
