Vineyard Notes
Originally planted in 1868 by Hamilton Crabb, the To Kalon vineyard has produced some of the Napa Valley’s best Cabernets ever since gaining legendary status as one of America’s first-growth vineyards. To Kalon, Ancient Greek for “the highest beauty,” sits on prime Oakville bench land where well-drained, gravelly soils combine with optimal sun exposure to yield rich, complex flavors and impeccable fruit maturity.
Winemaking Notes
The 2023 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Franc — a blend of 76% Cabernet Franc and 24% Cabernet Sauvignon — opens with a captivating and complex nose of smoked meat, dried tobacco, and vibrant bright red fruits that leap effortlessly from the glass. True to the storied To Kalon terroir, the aromatics are both precise and deeply expressive. On the palate, the wine is nothing short of stunning — exceptional acidity and remarkable perfume define the mid-palate, while beautifully layered, grainy tannins provide the kind of structure that only this legendary Oakville vineyard can deliver. Classic Napa Valley Cabernet Franc at its most compelling, with extraordinary length and a long, mineral-laced finish that lingers beautifully. Approachable now with decanting, this wine has the depth, structure, and purity to cellar magnificently for 15–20 years.
- Vintage
- 2023
- Varietal
- Cabernet Franc
- Vineyard
- Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard
- Appellation
- Oakville, Napa Valley
- Blend
- 76% Cabernet Franc, 24% Cabernet Sauvignon
- Alcohol
- 14.8%
- Fermentation & Aging
- 100% Stainless Steel fermentation; Aged 22 months in 100% new French oak barrels
