2006 Vintage Reviews

2006 Cabernet Sauvignon, Beckstoffer To Kalon

Score: 93

“Garnet black with a red brick rim. Aromas and flavors of cassis jam, menthol tobacco, chocolate graham cracker and eucalyptus with a silky, fruity-yet-dry medium body and a lively, chewy, baked apple, nut and dusty earth accented finish.”

Beverage Testing Institute, June 14, 2012

Score: 91-93

"The impressive, deep ruby/purple-tinged 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To-Kalon Vineyard exhibits aromas and flavors of black fruits, incense, cedar, new saddle leather, and loamy soil. This rich, full-bodied offering displays surprisingly velvety tannins for a 2006, along with a big structure and superb density as well as power. Drink it over the next 15+ years.” –Robert Parker, Jr.

“The Best of Northern California: 2007, 2006, 2005” Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, December 31, 2008

2006 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley

Score: 90

"Licorice, cedar, charcoal, black currant, and barrique characteristics are present in this well-made, young, substantial, full-bodied 2006. While the tannins are not intrusive, they are more noticeable than in the 2005. It, too, should drink nicely for 10-15 years.” –Robert Parker, Jr.

“The Best of Northern California: 2007, 2006, 2005” Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, December 31, 2008