Schrader T6 2016 6L Imperial

Schrader 'T6' Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 is an extraordinarily powerful, rich, and lavish luxury Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon crafted by acclaimed winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown. Sourced exclusively from Clone 6 vines grown in the gravelly loam soils of the iconic Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville, it exhibits a dense, opaque purple-black color in the glass. The nose offers a soaring, complex bouquet of crème de cassis, black cherry compote, dark chocolate, and licorice, subtly accented by notes of graphite, menthol, and sweet French oak spice. On the palate, this full-bodied wine is full, opulent, and seamlessly layered, delivering a concentrated core of dark fruit supported by massive yet remarkably velvety tannins and a long, energetic finish.

Food Pairing: Prime dry-aged ribeye steak, roasted rack of lamb, braised beef short ribs, grilled venison tenderloin, and aged clothbound cheddar cheese.

98 Points - James Suckling

98 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

95 Points - Wine Spectator

On the ripe and showy side, with peacocking flavors of creamed plum, cassis and cherry preserves, while the back end draws in a healthy shot of toasted vanilla and dark licorice. The graphite-edged finish pulls all the elements together, adding cut and detail to the fruit. Best from 2021 through 2035. 234 cases made.