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2011 Schrader CCS Beckstoffer To Kalon – Napa Valley Icon from Oakville’s Grand Cru Vineyard
The 2011 Schrader Cellars CCS Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from the legendary Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville, represents one of Napa Valley’s most renowned single-vineyard expressions. Crafted by Fred Schrader and winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown, the CCS bottling highlights the profound power and nuance of this historic site, often referred to as Napa’s “First Growth.”
Tasting Notes
The 2011 vintage delivers a refined bouquet of blackberry, currants, and violets, underscored by subtle notes of cedar, dark cocoa, and loamy earth. On the palate, it is polished and elegant, offering flavors of ripe plum, graphite, and a touch of espresso. Fine tannins and balanced acidity lead into a long, graceful finish, reflecting the cooler vintage conditions.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The CCS Cabernet Sauvignon is produced from select blocks of To Kalon planted to heritage clone Cabernet Sauvignon. In 2011, grapes were hand-harvested at optimal ripeness, fermented in small lots, and aged in **100% new French oak barrels** for approximately 20 months. The vineyard’s alluvial soils and western Oakville microclimate impart both intensity and elegance to the wine.
Investment & Collectibility
Though 2011 was a challenging vintage in Napa Valley, Schrader’s CCS remains one of the year’s strongest wines, praised for its precision and aromatic lift. With its To Kalon pedigree and extremely limited production, this bottling continues to command interest from collectors of California Cult Wines. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Insights
The **2011 vintage** in Napa Valley was cooler and wetter than usual, favoring producers who focused on meticulous vineyard practices and selective harvesting. Schrader’s dedication ensured a wine of notable purity and finesse, distinct from the bolder vintages but highly regarded for its balance and approachability.
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2011 Schrader CCS Beckstoffer To Kalon – Napa Valley Icon from Oakville’s Grand Cru Vineyard
The 2011 Schrader Cellars CCS Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from the legendary Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville, represents one of Napa Valley’s most renowned single-vineyard expressions. Crafted by Fred Schrader and winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown, the CCS bottling highlights the profound power and nuance of this historic site, often referred to as Napa’s “First Growth.”
Tasting Notes
The 2011 vintage delivers a refined bouquet of blackberry, currants, and violets, underscored by subtle notes of cedar, dark cocoa, and loamy earth. On the palate, it is polished and elegant, offering flavors of ripe plum, graphite, and a touch of espresso. Fine tannins and balanced acidity lead into a long, graceful finish, reflecting the cooler vintage conditions.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The CCS Cabernet Sauvignon is produced from select blocks of To Kalon planted to heritage clone Cabernet Sauvignon. In 2011, grapes were hand-harvested at optimal ripeness, fermented in small lots, and aged in **100% new French oak barrels** for approximately 20 months. The vineyard’s alluvial soils and western Oakville microclimate impart both intensity and elegance to the wine.
Investment & Collectibility
Though 2011 was a challenging vintage in Napa Valley, Schrader’s CCS remains one of the year’s strongest wines, praised for its precision and aromatic lift. With its To Kalon pedigree and extremely limited production, this bottling continues to command interest from collectors of California Cult Wines. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Insights
The **2011 vintage** in Napa Valley was cooler and wetter than usual, favoring producers who focused on meticulous vineyard practices and selective harvesting. Schrader’s dedication ensured a wine of notable purity and finesse, distinct from the bolder vintages but highly regarded for its balance and approachability.
Explore Related Collections
2011 Schrader CCS Beckstoffer To Kalon – Napa Valley Icon from Oakville’s Grand Cru Vineyard
The 2011 Schrader Cellars CCS Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from the legendary Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville, represents one of Napa Valley’s most renowned single-vineyard expressions. Crafted by Fred Schrader and winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown, the CCS bottling highlights the profound power and nuance of this historic site, often referred to as Napa’s “First Growth.”
Tasting Notes
The 2011 vintage delivers a refined bouquet of blackberry, currants, and violets, underscored by subtle notes of cedar, dark cocoa, and loamy earth. On the palate, it is polished and elegant, offering flavors of ripe plum, graphite, and a touch of espresso. Fine tannins and balanced acidity lead into a long, graceful finish, reflecting the cooler vintage conditions.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The CCS Cabernet Sauvignon is produced from select blocks of To Kalon planted to heritage clone Cabernet Sauvignon. In 2011, grapes were hand-harvested at optimal ripeness, fermented in small lots, and aged in **100% new French oak barrels** for approximately 20 months. The vineyard’s alluvial soils and western Oakville microclimate impart both intensity and elegance to the wine.
Investment & Collectibility
Though 2011 was a challenging vintage in Napa Valley, Schrader’s CCS remains one of the year’s strongest wines, praised for its precision and aromatic lift. With its To Kalon pedigree and extremely limited production, this bottling continues to command interest from collectors of California Cult Wines. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Insights
The **2011 vintage** in Napa Valley was cooler and wetter than usual, favoring producers who focused on meticulous vineyard practices and selective harvesting. Schrader’s dedication ensured a wine of notable purity and finesse, distinct from the bolder vintages but highly regarded for its balance and approachability.
Explore Related Collections
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