2011 Myriad Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr. Crane

(15.1% alcohol): Bright ruby-red. Aromas of cassis, blueberry, menthol and wild herbs are lifted by violet and minerals. Densely packed, sweet and lush, but with a firm edge of peppery herbs to the dark berry and tobacco leaf flavors. In a distinctly Medoc style in its inner-mouth aromatic perfume. Shuts down on the end. This will merit an outstanding rating if it expands with time in bottle.

Author: Stephen Tanzer

Issue: May/June 2014