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The Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon was fermented in a large oak tank for 20 months in 76% new French oak. It leads with the site's characteristic dusty mineral and spice notes, layered with red-toned fruits, sandalwood, and tobacco. One of the most polished wines of the vintage, it offers a wonderfully suave and silky texture, with supple tannins carrying red and black-toned fruit—the purity and density of the fruit build in length and freshness, revealing more with each sip. Exotic brown spices emerge, along with subtle cola notes reflecting the warmth of the vintage, while maple-laced dried herbs introduce a bright, lifted sweetness that never feels cloying. Perfectly balanced and exceptionally polished, this vintage offers a touch more generous fruit concentration than the 2021, yet the tannins are so beautifully sculpted that it stands confidently alongside its predecessor. The dark-fruited mineral character extends through the lengthy finish, leaving an impression of finesse and depth.

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Lithology, Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, St Helena, California, USA, 2022

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The Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon was fermented in a large oak tank for 20 months in 76% new French oak. It 

Lithology, Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, St Helena, California, USA 2022

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