Schrader Cellars, Napa Valley, CCS Beckstoffer To-Kalon, Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Received In Original Wooden Mixed Case 100 points Jeb Dunnuck The most structured and backward in the lineup, yet with incredible potential, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon CCS Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard is a monumental bottle of wine that ticked all my boxes. Made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon aged 20 months in 100% new Darnajou barrels, it reveals a deep purple color as well as a myriad of blueberry and cassis fruits, candied violets, spice box, and licorice, with just a hint of background oak and a lead pencil note. (1/2019) 99 points James Suckling White pepper, fresh herbs and dark berries. Black truffles. Full body and layers of lightly austere tannins. It’s powerful and enchanting. (2/2019)