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Carter Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon The Grand Daddy Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard

7 vintages · 21 notes · Carter Cellars · Napa Valley · Oakville

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Vintage Notes Most recent note Highest
2017 2 notes Almost identical in profile to the Three Kings, but with more plush and somewhat rotund ripe fruit, the Grand Daddy was the most unresolved of the To… 2016 3 notes As before, fruit and spice dominate, with likely the most baby fat still present when compared to others in the lineup. It is just so darn flavorful… 2015 4 notes Similar to the 2013 Carter GD except that this 2015 version was a little more medium-bodied and fruitier than its older brother. Purity of fruit is… 2014 3 notes Blackberry and black cherry dominate, with a flowing delivery that washes over the palate with beautiful fruit flavors. Cassis, plum, and some river… 2013 3 notes A point up from last year, this Grand Daddy was my favorite of the three Carter BTKs tried in this flight, showing even more focus and complexity… 2012 5 notes Aaaaagh! Mother-lovin' holy dammit all! Horribly corked right out of the gate. On initial "pop" (or rather, "puuhf"), the cedar and vinegar smell… 2010 1 note Somewhat similar to the 2012 Revana Block 6 (served beside it) in terms of its dark, black core fruit. Less chocolate-driven than the Revana, but…