Crafted by Julien Fayard, the 2018 Purlieu Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet hails from grape grower Andy Beckstoffer’s 90-acre portion of To Kalon – arguably Napa’s most legendary and prized vineyard. Beckstoffer hand-selects those to whom he sells grapes, with a client list that reads like a Who’s Who of Napa winemaking. The 2018 Purlieu is a cult Cabernet in the making, beautifully perfumed with blackberry and cassis and supporting vanilla, clove, cocoa, and allspice aromas. The full-bodied palate is densely loaded with spice and plum and blackberry preserves, structured by fine-grained tannins and lovely freshness with an enduring sweet spice finish. The Purlieu Cab leaves a lasting impression. It is an outstanding effort from a world-class winemaker.
Purlieu, Oakville, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
By Miranda Franco