Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard 2022
Significant rain in December and relatively dry, mild conditions through March created an early bud break. Alternating periods of warm and cool weather after March led to steady summer conditions that prevailed until the first week of September when temperatures rose significantly. Cooler weather after the heat spell allowed our hillside and south valley vineyards to recover from the heat and were harvested in great condition. Overall quality is excellent with wines showing a broad spectrum of aromas and flavors.
This wine presents a visually striking, opaque blackish-ruby hue, accented by subtle crimson highlights. On the nose, it offers a powerful and expressive bouquet, where dark plum and cassis are beautifully complemented by hints of graphite, violets, tar, and vanilla. The palate is full-bodied and richly textured, delivering mouth-coating flavors of black cherry, plum, and blackberry, seamlessly intertwined with notes of anise and black pepper for a layered and compelling tasting experience.
“One of Napa Valley’s most revered vineyards, Beckstoffer To Kalon possesses an intensity and depth that will last for many years.”
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AVA
Oakville
Variety
Cabernet Sauvignon
Elevation
172 ft
Soil Type
Sandy Loam & Clay
Fermentation
100% barrel fermented in French oak barriques,
40% new, 60% one year old
Aging
20 months in French oak barriques,
40% new, 60% one year old
Library Vintages
2021
"Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2021 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon tumbles from the glass with expressive notions of creme de cassis, sandalwood, cedar chest, and fertile loam followed by suggestions of violets and mocha. The medium to full-bodied palate is intense without being weighty, delivering layer upon layer of black fruits and exotic spices and a velvety texture, finishing long and perfumed."
98 Points - Lisa Perrotti Brown, The Wine Independent
Vintage Notes ▶
2019
"Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard sashays out of the glass with flamboyant notes of wild blueberries, boysenberries and warm cassis, plus wafts of violets, dusty soil and clove oil. Full-bodied and packed with impactful black and blue fruits, the opulent flavors are skillfully supported by plush tannins and seamless freshness, finishing with epic length."
97+ Points - Lisa Perrotti Brown, The Wine Advocate
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2018
"Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2021 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon tumbles from the glass with expressive notions of creme de cassis, sandalwood, cedar chest, and fertile loam followed by suggestions of violets and mocha. The medium to full-bodied palate is intense without being weighty, delivering layer upon layer of black fruits and exotic spices and a velvety texture, finishing long and perfumed."
100 Points - Lisa Perrotti Brown
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2017
"Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2021 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon tumbles from the glass with expressive notions of creme de cassis, sandalwood, cedar chest, and fertile loam followed by suggestions of violets and mocha. The medium to full-bodied palate is intense without being weighty, delivering layer upon layer of black fruits and exotic spices and a velvety texture, finishing long and perfumed."
98 Points - Lisa Perrotti Brown
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Past Vintages
2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009