52 ha parcel)

The old vines are very much in evidence as there is a true abundance of palate soaking dry extract that imparts a velvety mouth feel to the mid-palate and buffers the very firm tannins on the youthfully austere

very good ripeness with touches of clear honey

It's as though the Clos de Bèze and Chambertin have switched places in 2006 as here the nose is positively kaleidoscopic with a huge range of aromas and spice elements along with a hint of menthol

Masculine compared to its peers

Paul Hobbs, Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Size:6x750ml 52 ha parcel)Produced from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and sporting a deep garnet purple color, the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr Crane Vineyard offers up a profound and singular nose of loam, rocks and iron ore over a core of black cherries, baked black berries and preserved plums with hints of licorice, dark chocolate, cedar, sauted herbs and beef broth. Full bodied, rich and demonstrating great depth with a wonderfully compelling personality, it delivers a