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Myriad Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Elysian Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard

9 vintages · 23 notes · Myriad Cellars · Napa Valley · St. Helena

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2020 2 notes I wrote quite extensively on my experiences with the 2020 Myriad barrel samples back in March 2021, so I'll focus these most recent notes straight… 2019 1 note Hey man... What can I say?! This is everything you love about the good Doctor turned up to 11. If you know Crane and you know Elysian, it'll come as… 2018 2 notes Pumping out that Dr. Crane black cherry core that ya'll are familiar with, the Elysian falls in-line with the compelling 2015 and 2016 vintages in… 2017 3 notes So.Much.Cassis.. and black cherry liqueur on the front of this wine right now. This sample was all about the frontal push of heavy gobs of cherry,… 2016 4 notes 2016 Myriad Elysian, 2016 Myriad Empyrean, 2015 Schrader To Kalon, 2015 Schrader GIII 2015 5 notes It's been a few years since I last visited this wine. It drinks smooth and plush for the most part, with little bits of air helping it stretch its… 2014 3 notes Refer to my previous novellas I've written regarding this wine, as they still apply here for the most part. 2013 1 note PnP with higher-toned red fruit notes that scream baby in a bottle. Purity of fruit is evident, as is the balance among the acidity, structure, and… 2012 2 notes A gorgeous bottle of wine. Proof that a few years on the Elysian can elevate it into a classy madam with personality and appeal, as well as…