2004 Schrader Cabernet Sauvignon T6 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard
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Medium ruby. Bright aromas of crushed cassis and violet. Juicy and penetrating, but every bit as dense as the RBS cuvee Rather elegant flavors of blackberry and violet complicated by dark chocolate and a saline nuance. Very shapely cabernet in the making.
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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A tiny production (three barrels) of 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon T-6 resulted in an elegant wine made in a completely different style than the 2003. The 2004 exhibits good ripeness and fruit, relatively high alcohol (15.1%, which is actually no different than 2003), but not the depth and concentration of the 2003. Nevertheless, it is outstanding, with terrific purity and loads of licorice-imbued black currant fruit. It should drink well young and last for 10-15 years. (Not yet released) Tel. (707) 942-1115; Fax (707) 942-2147
About the producer
Schrader Cellars is one of Napa’s cult names. It focuses on pairing specific clones with the perfect site to produce the ultimate expression of Napa Cabernet. The results regularly receive the very highest scores from critics, with 19 100-point scores from the Wine Advocate to date.