2012 Paul Hobbs Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville, USA (750ml) Brut honeydew melon

honeydew melon

then chalk and flint accents build on the palate and linger in the finish

and graphite add further depth and complexity

with maybe even a hint of espresso roast

2012 Paul Hobbs Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville, USA (750ml) Brut honeydew melonTASTING NOTES: Of the three Beckstoffer Vineyards, its pretty much a joyride as to which one readers may prefer. The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard (readers may remember the 2002 merited a 100 point score) has a beautiful blueberry and blackberry fruit note, a hint of incense, charcoal, an opaque purple color, full bodied opulence and again that first growth quality, richness, complexity and intensity. Im not sure this is as