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Paul Hobbs Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
One of Napa Valley's most collectible Cabernets - very limited98 Points Robert Parker: "The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard boasts a sumptuous nose of blueberries, black raspberry jam and wet rocks that provide a hedonistic blast of fruit as well as exceptional minerality. With glorious richness in the mouth, fabulous purity, a skyscraper-like texture and an elegant style without heaviness, this sensational and compelling Cabernet Sauvignon should be one of the superstars of what looks to be a vintage loaded with big hitters. It should age effortlessly for 20+ years...Looking at several 2012 barrel samples reinforces the true greatness of this vintage in Napa Valley. The first-growth Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard in the hands of Paul Hobbs can be magical and I had high expectations for the 2012 version."
Ratings on Delectable
Mike R 
In my opinion this is special - blew my mind how open this wine was - every sip was magnificent- every swirl and sniff was so intoxicating- color prefect - finish was really looooooooong
In my opinion this is special - blew my mind how open this wine was - every sip was magnificent- every swirl and sniff was so intoxicating- color prefect - finish was really looooooooong
9.6
David L
12' Dr Crane was a game changer!
12' Dr Crane was a game changer!
9.7
jesus g
Hospitality Schramsberg Vineyards
Tasting at work yesterday afternoon
Tasting at work yesterday afternoon
9.8
Christanna Honer
Docta Crane! Massively rich and nuanced, eloquently designed with oak spice pleasantly integrated. Ripe tannin from a bit vintage. Another Hobbs classic.
Docta Crane! Massively rich and nuanced, eloquently designed with oak spice pleasantly integrated. Ripe tannin from a bit vintage. Another Hobbs classic.
9.4Joshua Blissett
This is what we dream of in expensive Napa Cab. Smells like a rich man's leather wallet, cigar box, and rich, decadent, opulent fruit, black plum.
This is what we dream of in expensive Napa Cab. Smells like a rich man's leather wallet, cigar box, and rich, decadent, opulent fruit, black plum.
9.8
Paul Jakubowski
1hr+ decant. Dark purple color. Nose of burnt caramel and dark fruit. Almost port like. Same on the palate but refined with tea elements and subtle spice. Medium plus depth and long finish. Love Paul Hobbs and this is great, but not quite my style.
1hr+ decant. Dark purple color. Nose of burnt caramel and dark fruit. Almost port like. Same on the palate but refined with tea elements and subtle spice. Medium plus depth and long finish. Love Paul Hobbs and this is great, but not quite my style.
9.5Karen Lowenstein
Richard says it drank very smooth, deep and rich Enjoyed it to the last drop. At Luka 4/2/22
Richard says it drank very smooth, deep and rich Enjoyed it to the last drop. At Luka 4/2/22
9.4Bryan Lazorik
Gosh darn. What a great year! And love that Paul Hobbs is an ND Alum!
Gosh darn. What a great year! And love that Paul Hobbs is an ND Alum!
9.4
WC Fields
Blackberries, dark cherries, bitter chocolate, anise, boysenberry, with pepper and tobacco. Tannins are velvet. So fortunate.
Blackberries, dark cherries, bitter chocolate, anise, boysenberry, with pepper and tobacco. Tannins are velvet. So fortunate.
9.5WC Fields
Awesome. This is ready and so good. Paired great with prime tomahawk ribeyes.
Awesome. This is ready and so good. Paired great with prime tomahawk ribeyes.
9.5
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