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Paul Hobbs Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
One of Napa Valley's most collectible Cabernets - very limited 94 Points Robert Parker: "In a similar vein, the 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard is rich, round and immediate. Raspberry jam, cloves, licorice and mint all meld together nicely. This is a lovely Dr. Crane, although it is naturally smaller in size than the 2010. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026... ...One of the greatest attributes of the Paul Hobbs Cabernet Sauvignons is their ability to deliver incredible pleasure throughout their entire lives. I tasted a wide range of wines this year with Paul Hobbs and winemaker Megan Baccitich, including several past vintages of the flagship To Kalon, which confirmed that view. In particular, the 2001 and 2002 To Kalon Cabernets remain stunning, and the straight 1999 Napa Valley Cabernet was equally impressive."
Ratings on Delectable
Shawn R 
Not all 2011 are created equally!
Not all 2011 are created equally!
9.5Shawn R
Rich and expressive wine-mulling spice, candy corn and piney notes. Soft and supple despite its expressiveness on the nose. Pressed blackberries, roasted coconut shavings unraveling into layers of light earth and granite. Impressive, balanced elegance with hints of chocolate describe this inspired finish.
Rich and expressive wine-mulling spice, candy corn and piney notes. Soft and supple despite its expressiveness on the nose. Pressed blackberries, roasted coconut shavings unraveling into layers of light earth and granite. Impressive, balanced elegance with hints of chocolate describe this inspired finish.
9.6Shawn R
One of my favorite bottles of the 2011 vintage.
One of my favorite bottles of the 2011 vintage.
9.5
Arty Veee
This was unexpected surprise at dinner!
This was unexpected surprise at dinner!
9.5
Doc Jay
'Merica
'Merica
9.5
Christanna Honer
Happiness is a Beckstoffer cab. Phenomenal.
Happiness is a Beckstoffer cab. Phenomenal.
10Jenn Blachford
After a bit of decanting was silky smooth in the glass
After a bit of decanting was silky smooth in the glass
9.1Amy Yan
Thank you Caroline for this wonderful birthday gift. Had with family and paired with wagyu beef.
Thank you Caroline for this wonderful birthday gift. Had with family and paired with wagyu beef.
9.1Joe Roth
Still developing. Took a while to open up but then it was spectacular!
Still developing. Took a while to open up but then it was spectacular!
9.3
R. Addison Wehrfritz
Wet slate and blueberry marmalade on the front end with a surprising tangy but not unpleasant secondary orange rind flavor. Not doubt about it, this juice is polished and opulent but, in the end, it leaves me yearning for more given the history and acclaim of the Beckstoffer Dr. Crane vineyard. #2011 #vintage > #terroir
Wet slate and blueberry marmalade on the front end with a surprising tangy but not unpleasant secondary orange rind flavor. Not doubt about it, this juice is polished and opulent but, in the end, it leaves me yearning for more given the history and acclaim of the Beckstoffer Dr. Crane vineyard. #2011 #vintage > #terroir
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