Behrens Family 2010 Crowley Vineyard Erna Schein

The 2010 Behrens Family Winery 'Behrens & Hitchcock' Erna Schein Crowley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is a remarkable wine that showcases the elegance and power of Napa Valley. Its color is a deep, inky purple, hinting at the concentration and intensity within. On the nose, it exudes an enticing bouquet of blackberries, cassis, and black cherries, accompanied by subtle notes of graphite, tobacco, and cedar. The palate is rich and full-bodied, with velvety tannins that provide structure and balance. Flavors of ripe dark fruit, including blackcurrants and plums, intermingle with nuances of dark chocolate, espresso, and a touch of vanilla. The wine displays impeccable craftsmanship and depth, with a long, lingering finish that leaves a trail of black fruit and a hint of spice. The 2010 Behrens Family Winery 'Behrens & Hitchcock' Erna Schein Crowley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is a testament to the exceptional quality and artistry of the winemakers, delivering a truly memorable tasting experience.

Robert Parker - 94 Points

"An open, sweet, floral-infused bouquet leads to rich dark fruit in the 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Crowley Vineyard. Within this lineup of decidedly flashy, opulent wines, the Crowley Vineyard comes across as one of the more tightly-wound offerings. A firm sense of structure supports hints of mint, violets and sweet spices, all of which add lift on the finish. The Crowley Vineyard is all about understated intensity and cool minerality. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2025. The Behrens Family Cabernets are all about textural richness and sheer opulence, qualities all of these wines have in spades."

Antonio Galloni - 94 Points

"An open, sweet, floral-infused bouquet leads to rich dark fruit in the 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Crowley Vineyard. Within this lineup of decidedly flashy, opulent wines, the Crowley Vineyard comes across as one of the more tightly-wound offerings. A firm sense of structure supports hints of mint, violets and sweet spices, all of which add lift on the finish. The Crowley Vineyard is all about understated intensity and cool minerality."