2021 Schrader Cabernet Sauvignon RBS Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard
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Schrader’s RBS bottling is made with Clone 337 Cabernet Sauvignon, all from Beckstoffer To Kalon. The wine is decadently opulent, waves of rich blueberry, blackcurrant and blackberry fruit drenching the palate. The nose hints at what will emerge with time, more delicate tones and smoky, savoury notes, complementing the bold, rich sweetness that defines the wine in its youthful state.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Joe Czerwinski, Wine Advocate
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All clone 337, selected from a few vineyard blocks and aged in 100% new Taransaud and Darnajou barrels, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon RBS Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard shows a bit more structure than previous vintages, framed by ripe, fine-grained tannins. Cherries, mint and gentle sage notes show up on the nose, while the medium to full-bodied palate is a bit stern but balanced, with a long, cooling finish.
Coming all from Clone 337 Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard RBS is an incredibly seamless, full-bodied beauty that has a terrific sense of minerality in its red, blue, and black fruits as well as hints of espresso and spicy oak. It's flawlessly balanced, has no hard edges, and a rare mix of power and elegance. Drink this beauty anytime over the coming 20-25 years.
About the producer
Schrader Cellars is one of Napa’s cult names. It focuses on pairing specific clones with the perfect site to produce the ultimate expression of Napa Cabernet. The results regularly receive the very highest scores from critics, with 19 100-point scores from the Wine Advocate to date.