2012 Red Wine from North Coast

jamessuckling.com, 93 points: This is a savory and balanced second wine with plums, berries and spices such as cloves and pepper. Full-bodied and velvety with bright acidity underneath and a flavorful finish. They say they used a little press wine in...

jamessuckling.com, 94 points: A soft and round red with black currant, lavender, hints of cedar and sandalwood. Full body, firm tannins and a fresh finish. Long and beautiful. Nice tannin texture. Drink now.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 97 points: Of the three Beckstoffer Vineyards, it’s pretty much a joyride as to which one readers may prefer. The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard (readers may remember the 2002 merited a 100-point score) has a...