2021 Schrader Cellars Old Sparky Beckstoffer To Kalon Cabernet Sauvignon wine Napa Valley USA sold by Angry Wine Merchant 2013 Schrader Cellars - Angry Wine Merchant
2021 Schrader Cellars Old Sparky Beckstoffer To Kalon Cabernet Sauvignon wine Napa Valley USA sold by Angry Wine Merchant
2013 Schrader Cellars - Angry Wine Merchant

2021 Schrader Cellars

'Old Sparky'

Cabernet Sauvignon

America / California / Napa Valley  / Rutherford

$1,475
RP 98
V 99
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2021 Schrader Cellars Old Sparky Cabernet Sauvignon – Power and Precision from To Kalon

The 2021 Schrader Cellars Old Sparky Cabernet Sauvignon epitomizes the precision, structure, and intensity that have made this bottling one of Napa Valley’s most collectible wines. Sourced exclusively from the Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville, Old Sparky showcases the finest barrels from Schrader’s multiple To Kalon lots, blended into a wine of monumental depth and balance.

Tasting Notes

The 2021 Old Sparky opens with a commanding bouquet of blackcurrant, graphite, and warm spice layered over cedar and violets. The palate is dense yet refined, offering tremendous energy and concentration. Powerful tannins frame a core of ripe blackberry and cassis, leading to a remarkably persistent finish marked by freshness and minerality.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details

Composed entirely of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from heritage clone selections within To Kalon, the wine was aged in new Darnajou and Taransaud French oak barrels for approximately 20 months. The 2021 vintage—defined by low yields and a long, even growing season—produced fruit of exceptional purity and tannin polish. Schrader’s micro-lot vinification preserves each vineyard block’s distinct character before the final selection for Old Sparky.

Investment & Collectibility

Old Sparky stands among Napa Valley’s most sought-after releases, commanding attention for its pedigree and rarity. The 2021 vintage, with its balance and structure, is poised to rank among the modern greats, offering both early accessibility and long-term cellar potential.

Vintage Insights & Accolades

The 2021 growing season delivered precision and vibrancy across Napa Valley. Critics have already recognized the vintage for its freshness, definition, and classic proportions—an ideal frame for Old Sparky’s hallmark intensity and grace.

Explore Related Collections

RP 98

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

A best-barrel selection and blend chosen and made by Thomas Rivers Brown, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Old Sparky Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard essentially takes the characters of the Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard bottling and ratchets up the intensity. Raspberries, blackberries and black cherries cascade over a base of deep Oakville loam and dried spices. It's full-bodied, rich, concentrated and almost creamy in texture, finishing lush and long. Bottled in magnum. Reviewed by Joe Czerwinski, issue date: January, 2024. Drinking window: 2025 - 2045.
V 99

Vinous

The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Old Sparky is all Cabernet Sauvignon that's 50% from the D2 block that made the T6 Cuv e (this is clone 6) and the equal parts from RBS and Schrader releases. Released only in magnum, it reveals a dense purple hue as well as incredible aromatics of red, blue, and black fruits interwoven with graphite, a liqueur of rocks like minerality, and spring flowers. It's a killer bottle of wine that offers full-bodied richness, a deep, powerful mid-palate, incredible tannins, and a finish that won't quit. This beauty is going to blow you away anytime over the coming 25-30 years. It's heavenly stuff. Reviewed by Jeb Dunnuck, Issue date: December 2023. Drinking window: 2023 - 2053.

Domestic Shipping

We currently ship to all U.S. states where the shipment of alcohol is legally permitted. Orders are fulfilled via UPS.

Orders placed Monday through Thursday before 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time typically ship the same day. Orders placed after 2:00 p.m. on Thursday through Sunday will ship the following Monday.

Same-day delivery may be available within the Los Angeles Metro area if placed before noon. Please contact us at (626) 714-7006 to arrange expedited local service.

Packaging & Warm Weather Shipping

To protect wine quality, all orders are packed in EPS foam shippers with gel packs when necessary. During warmer months, we recommend selecting Next Day Air service. If Ground shipping is selected during high temperatures, a signed waiver may be required to release us from liability due to heat exposure.

For OWC (Original Wooden Case) orders, bottles are removed and shipped in foam for safety. The wooden case ships separately via Ground unless otherwise requested.

Weather Holds & Free Storage

In periods of extreme weather, we reserve the right to delay shipment until safe conditions return. If you request immediate shipment during such periods, you must confirm in writing and acknowledge that you waive any condition guarantees.

We also offer complimentary temperature-controlled storage for up to 6 months from the date of purchase. Select the “Hold for Weather” option at checkout and we will coordinate shipping at a later date.

Insurance

We provide free shipping insurance for loss or visible damage during transit, per carrier terms and conditions.

Adult Signature Required

All shipments of alcohol require an adult signature (21+) upon delivery. Carriers will not release packages without adult authorization. Additional charges may apply for re-delivery, redirection, or failed delivery attempts.

Shipping Address Accuracy

Orders are shipped to the exact shipping address provided at checkout. Angry Wine Merchant is not responsible for errors or omissions in the address submitted by the customer. If a package is delayed, returned, or misdelivered due to incorrect shipping details, the customer assumes full responsibility. Additional shipping fees may apply if re-shipment is required. By placing an order, you confirm that the shipping address entered is correct and agree to these terms.

States We Ship To

We ship to the following U.S. states:

Alabama (AL), Alaska (AK), Arizona (AZ), Arkansas (AR), California (CA), Colorado (CO), Connecticut (CT), Delaware (DE), Florida (FL), Georgia (GA), Hawaii (HI), Idaho (ID), Illinois (IL), Indiana (IN), Iowa (IA), Kansas (KS), Kentucky (KY), Louisiana (LA), Maine (ME), Maryland (MD), Massachusetts (MA), Michigan (MI), Minnesota (MN), Mississippi (MS), Missouri (MO), Montana (MT), Nebraska (NE), Nevada (NV), New Hampshire (NH), New Jersey (NJ), New Mexico (NM), New York (NY), North Carolina (NC), Ohio (OH), Oklahoma (OK), Oregon (OR), Pennsylvania (PA), Rhode Island (RI), South Carolina (SC), South Dakota (SD), Tennessee (TN), Texas (TX), Vermont (VT), Virginia (VA), Washington (WA), West Virginia (WV), Wisconsin (WI), Wyoming (WY)

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International Shipping

We do offer international shipping where legally allowed. For details, click here or contact us directly.

  • CRITICAL REVIEWS
  • WINEMAKER NOTES
RP 98

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

A best-barrel selection and blend chosen and made by Thomas Rivers Brown, the 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Old Sparky Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard essentially takes the characters of the Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard bottling and ratchets up the intensity. Raspberries, blackberries and black cherries cascade over a base of deep Oakville loam and dried spices. It's full-bodied, rich, concentrated and almost creamy in texture, finishing lush and long. Bottled in magnum. Reviewed by Joe Czerwinski, issue date: January, 2024. Drinking window: 2025 - 2045.
V 99

Vinous

The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Old Sparky is all Cabernet Sauvignon that's 50% from the D2 block that made the T6 Cuv e (this is clone 6) and the equal parts from RBS and Schrader releases. Released only in magnum, it reveals a dense purple hue as well as incredible aromatics of red, blue, and black fruits interwoven with graphite, a liqueur of rocks like minerality, and spring flowers. It's a killer bottle of wine that offers full-bodied richness, a deep, powerful mid-palate, incredible tannins, and a finish that won't quit. This beauty is going to blow you away anytime over the coming 25-30 years. It's heavenly stuff. Reviewed by Jeb Dunnuck, Issue date: December 2023. Drinking window: 2023 - 2053.

2021 Schrader Cellars Old Sparky Cabernet Sauvignon – Power and Precision from To Kalon

The 2021 Schrader Cellars Old Sparky Cabernet Sauvignon epitomizes the precision, structure, and intensity that have made this bottling one of Napa Valley’s most collectible wines. Sourced exclusively from the Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville, Old Sparky showcases the finest barrels from Schrader’s multiple To Kalon lots, blended into a wine of monumental depth and balance.

Tasting Notes

The 2021 Old Sparky opens with a commanding bouquet of blackcurrant, graphite, and warm spice layered over cedar and violets. The palate is dense yet refined, offering tremendous energy and concentration. Powerful tannins frame a core of ripe blackberry and cassis, leading to a remarkably persistent finish marked by freshness and minerality.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details

Composed entirely of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from heritage clone selections within To Kalon, the wine was aged in new Darnajou and Taransaud French oak barrels for approximately 20 months. The 2021 vintage—defined by low yields and a long, even growing season—produced fruit of exceptional purity and tannin polish. Schrader’s micro-lot vinification preserves each vineyard block’s distinct character before the final selection for Old Sparky.

Investment & Collectibility

Old Sparky stands among Napa Valley’s most sought-after releases, commanding attention for its pedigree and rarity. The 2021 vintage, with its balance and structure, is poised to rank among the modern greats, offering both early accessibility and long-term cellar potential.

Vintage Insights & Accolades

The 2021 growing season delivered precision and vibrancy across Napa Valley. Critics have already recognized the vintage for its freshness, definition, and classic proportions—an ideal frame for Old Sparky’s hallmark intensity and grace.

Explore Related Collections

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