Wine reviews
A wine that needs 4-5 years in the cellar, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Nomad Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard offers up the classic darker, herbal, black fruits that always seem to characterize this vineyard as well as terrific notes of asphalt, tobacco, damp earth, and chocolate. It’s medium to full-bodied, has good structure, ripe tannins, and outstanding length. I’d like a touch more mid-palate depth, but I wouldn’t be surprised to see this fill out with bottle age. – JD
Warm cassis, steeped plum and blackberry puree flavors meld together steadily as they move through, laced with loam and anise and carried by ample yet polished tannins. A flash of roasted apple wood gives the finish extra range while the fruit lingers. Shows latent depth, so while approachable now for its fruit, there's no rush. Best from 2022 through 2036. 150 cases made. – JM
Warm cassis, steeped plum and blackberry puree flavors meld together steadily as they move through, laced with loam and anise and carried by ample yet polished tannins. A flash of roasted apple wood gives the finish extra range while the fruit lingers. Shows latent depth, so while approachable now for its fruit, there's no rush. Best from 2022 through 2036. 150 cases made. – JM