Carter Cellars 2022 Cabernet Beckstoffer Grand Daddy’ Oakville, Napa – 99 Points

Winery Notes: “From the very front of the Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard, this block produced exceptional wines in 2022 as a result of natural restraint that we matched with the talented winemaking of Russell Bevan. Dark red and blue fruits,  pomegranate, and mineral nuances co-mingle to create a lavish multi-layered wine, offering a voluptuous mid-palate buttressed perfectly by the wine’s natural acidity and ultrafine tannins. Offering a unique amount of ripeness and texture, this is an elegant wine wrapped up in a cloak of raw but refined power.”

IWR 99 Points: “The 2022 ‘The Grand Daddy’ Cabernet Sauvignon comes from the very front of the Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard. It is a remarkable full-bodied Cabernet that impresses with its exceptional purity and concentration. Its deep, saturated purple color hints at its intensity, while the nose reveals a stunning array of ripe blackberries, blueberries, and dark cherries, complemented by nuances of violets, graphite, exotic spices, fresh sage, tobacco, cedar, dark chocolate, and a touch of espresso. On the palate, it showcases a powerful, concentrated core of beautiful ripe dark fruit, supported by gorgeous natural acidity and big, polished tannins that provide a seamless, velvety texture. The finish is long, opulent, and precise, with a wonderful combination of dark fruit, graphite, and spice nuances that linger effortlessly. This is may be the highlight of the vintage for Carter Cellars, offering immediate appeal and promising long-term aging potential.”