2021 Vida Valiente "Beckstoffer To Kalon" Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon
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Decanter
Sam Kaplan has finally sourced fruit from the coveted back section of Beckstoffer To Kalon, where the row orientation runs slightly east-west. Planted around 2017, Kaplan emphasises that this orientation is crucial for optimal ripening. The result is a precise and beautifully crafted Cabernet Sauvignon that exemplifies both power and elegance. This wine showcases loads of crunchy red fruit, plum, and pomegranate seeds layered with loamy earth that carries through to a long, fresh medium- to full-bodied finish. With excellent grip, power, and intensity balanced by energy and drive, this is a standout effort from Beckstoffer To Kalon, delivering both intention and refinement.
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Professional Reviews
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The Wine Independent
Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2021 Beckstoffer To Kalon Cabernet Sauvignon (100% Cabernet Sauvignon) charges out of the glass with powerful scents of warm cassis, blackberry preserves, and juicy black plums leading to hints of dark chocolate, cinnamon toast, and clove oil with a waft of red roses. The full-bodied palate is filled with the most gorgeous velvety texture and beautiful tension, shaping the rich, nuanced black and blue fruits, finishing on a lingering mineral note.
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Wine Advocate
Made by Sam Kaplan (Memento Mori), Vida Valiente's 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon features a nose redolent of black cherries, cassis, red cherries and dusty earth--there's an almost Rutherford-like scent—plus hints of menthol and cedar. It's full-bodied, plush and velvety in the mouth, rich, long and mocha tinged on the finish. Super stuff. 96+
Details
| Origin | Napa Valley, California, United States |
|---|---|
| Type/Varietal | Cabernet Sauvignon and Blends |
| SKU | 2038819 |