Schrader 2017 LPV

The 2017 Schrader Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard LPV is an extraordinary expression of Napa Valley winemaking. Its deep, opaque color exudes an air of richness and intensity. On the nose, the wine unveils a lavish fruit core, with prominent aromas of black currants, raspberries, and graphite. As the wine graces the palate, it delivers a harmonious blend of flavors, where mocha and cedary oak intertwine with crushed blackberries and other black fruits. The wine's elegance is a testament to the exceptional fruit sourced from the esteemed Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard. With its well-structured tannins and precise balance, the finish is both lingering and satisfying, leaving a lasting impression. The 2017 Schrader Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard LPV showcases the magnificence of the vintage and the remarkable quality of the vineyard, making it a truly remarkable and captivating wine.

Robert Parker - 94+ Points

"Schrader’s “LPV” comes from Beckstoffer’s Las Piedras vineyard, produced from 337 clone grown on the C block. One hundred percent Cabernet Sauvignon, it was aged in 100% new oak for 20 months. Very deep purple-black colored, the 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard Lpv opens with a profound nose of pure cassis, kirsch, blackberry pie and bay leaves with emerging scents of beef drippings, unsmoked cigars, black tea and forest floor plus an undercurrent of molten chocolate. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is charged with red berry accents, framed by a refreshing line of acidity and firm, grainy tannins, finishing with a lively lift. 217 cases were made."