2018 AXR Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon

The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon To Kalon Vineyard is a more reserved, tight example of this vineyard, yet it still brings classic To Kalon power and sexiness. Thrillingly pure cassis and blueberry fruits as well as graphite, crushed stone, and candied flower-like nuances define the nose on this beauty, and it builds slowly with time in the glass, offering full-bodied richness, masses of tannins, and a great finish. The purity of fruit is terrific, as is the balance. It will benefit from 3-4 years of bottle age and keep for 20-25 years. This is a stunning To Kalon.

Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon slowly unfurls to reveal gorgeous notions of plum preserves, blackcurrant cordial and Black Forest cake with suggestions of Chinese five spice, potpourri, fragrant earth and tobacco leaf. The full-bodied palate is decadently fruited with black and blue berry preserves, framed by ripe, velvety tannins and seamless freshness, finishing long and spicy.