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Vice Versa Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard

7 vintages · 12 notes · Vice Versa · Napa Valley · St. Helena

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Vintage Notes Most recent note Highest
2021 2 notes I had to laugh because I have always considered Dr. Crane fruit-driven for my palate. The first word in my notes says, "fruity." CT'r Cristal2000… 2019 3 notes Ya this is pretty darn good juice right here. There was a 2016 Vice Versa LPV BBS that was thrown into the mix too, so of course my palate preference… 2017 2 notes Berry liqueur, red and black raspberry and cherry, licorice, and hints of earth, this vintage of Crane has hallmark Vice Versa power, but is… 2016 1 note Just when I thought nothing would be able to compete with Vice Versa's 2016 LPV served just before this wine, along came the good Doctor who just had… 2015 2 notes Much of the same from my last experience with this wine from last year. A more enhanced complexity brought about by a more deliberate delineation of… 2014 1 note Black cherry dominates here, with subtle hints of black river rock, dust, and vanilla. Showing some linearity, with a more horizontal delivery of… 2010 1 note A really beautiful showing, with so much youth and vibrancy coming out of this wine despite its dark, black, gothic profile overall. Earthy rock and…