Purlieu

Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

9.57 ratings
9.61 pro ratings
Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon
Top Notes For
Shawn R

One of the most complex and approachable 14 ‘s I have had. Blackout in the glass. Nose of camphor and molasses. Smooth, dark and complex. Silky tannins supporting pencil lead, crushed black fruits and underbrush. Balanced across the entire palate. Finish that sails on...

One of the most complex and approachable 14 ‘s I have had. Blackout in the glass. Nose of camphor and molasses. Smooth, dark and complex. Silky tannins supporting pencil lead, crushed black fruits and underbrush. Balanced across the entire palate. Finish that sails on...

1 person found it helpfulDec 27th, 2017
Paul T HB

Beckstoffer shoot out,
Lede was more reminiscent of a Schrader, needs time & a big decant which we didn’t do, 96 more of a steak wine whereas the Purlieu can be enjoyed with or without food.
Both Parker 99’s

Beckstoffer shoot out,
Lede was more reminiscent of a Schrader, needs time & a big decant which we didn’t do, 96 more of a steak wine whereas the Purlieu can be enjoyed with or without food.
Both Parker 99’s

Oct 28th, 2018
Paul T HB

Ok back in business,
Parker 99 & it shows.
2014- 16 are all rated 98-100. Every Purlieu I’ve had have been great, except Le Pich their bottom end bottle

Ok back in business,
Parker 99 & it shows.
2014- 16 are all rated 98-100. Every Purlieu I’ve had have been great, except Le Pich their bottom end bottle

Aug 7th, 2018
Paul T HB

Definitely a 2nd day wine, BTK Vineyard distinction doesn't show on day 1, its young but had to try one early as usual

Definitely a 2nd day wine, BTK Vineyard distinction doesn't show on day 1, its young but had to try one early as usual

Oct 7th, 2017
JKT
9.3

JL Purlieu tasting 6/16/17. ABV 15.5%. Oakville. $160. #6. nose that's like others but with a hint of gaminess and balanced by fruit and sweetness. Palate that's very fruit forward and dark chocolate and very velvety and silky with kind balanced complex finish. Quite delicious. This is best of the bunch especially how it's relatively priced to the others.

JL Purlieu tasting 6/16/17. ABV 15.5%. Oakville. $160. #6. nose that's like others but with a hint of gaminess and balanced by fruit and sweetness. Palate that's very fruit forward and dark chocolate and very velvety and silky with kind balanced complex finish. Quite delicious. This is best of the bunch especially how it's relatively priced to the others.

Jun 16th, 2017
David Britz

David had this 7 years ago

David had this 7 years ago

Apr 2nd, 2017
Jenn Byrnes

Jenn had this 8 years ago

Jenn had this 8 years ago

Nov 15th, 2016