Paul Hobbs Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard 2014

Paul Hobbs Winery crafts wines from the most distinctive sites in the Russian River Valley, “true" Sonoma Coast, and Napa Valley that best express their varietal.

“The true character of a site is only revealed through the work and determination of tending each vineyard with meticulous care and vinifying with minimalist winemaking techniques that fully express the terroir.” – Paul Hobbs  

This sophisticated Cabernet Sauvignon is known for its muscular structure and intensity. A deep black garnet hue, the wine boasts aromas of creme de cassis, cocoa powder, damp earth and anise. The weighty palate unveils concentrated layers of red currant, freshly picked blackberries, graphite, and spice box. The finish delivers, ripe, ultra-fine tannins wrapped around the core of dense fruit. 

100 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate    Produced from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and sporting a deep garnet-purple color, the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr Crane Vineyard offers up a profound and singular nose of loam, rocks and iron ore over a core of black cherries, baked black berries and preserved plums with hints of licorice, dark chocolate, cedar, sautéed herbs and beef broth. Full-bodied, rich and demonstrating great depth with a wonderfully compelling personality, it delivers a multitude of savory meat and toast layers, framed by firm, fine-grained tannins. It finishes with incredible persistence, allowing those provocative mineral nuances to shine through. 844 cases were made.

97 Points - James Suckling    Extremely aromatic and beautiful with blueberry and blackerry character that turns to plums and roses. Full body and firm and silky tannins. Linear and intensely citrusy acidity. Long, mineral finish. Wonderful energy to this wine. Drink or hold.

93 Points - Wine Spectator    Though rich and full-flavored, this shows a seam of elegance and finesse that complements the dark berry, loamy, dusty earth and herb notes, with touches of gravel and oak. A mouthful of complexity. Best from 2019 through 2032.