Front label of 2010 Schrader Georges III Cabernet Sauvignon 3L

2010 Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard GIII 3L

Our 2010 Beckstoffer Georges III Cabernet Sauvignon 3L will be shipped in a Schrader Cellars wooden box.

The brightness and energy of this dynamic wine make it truly beloved in our portfolio. Accessible and plush, gorgeous aromas of dark blue and black fruit, exotic spices, leather, licorice, herbs and a hint of menthol burst out of the glass, encompassing the senses. The well-heeled tannins reflect their Rutherford origin and perfectly pair with the toned acidity to support the dazzling, explosive fruit core.

  • Vintage 2010
  • Vineyard Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard
  • Appellation Rutherford, Napa Valley
  • Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Clone Pure clone 337
  • Cooperage Aged 20 months in rare Darnajou French oak barrels
  • Winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown

  • Tasting Notes

    The brightness and energy of this dynamic wine make it truly beloved in our portfolio. Accessible and plush, gorgeous aromas of dark blue and black fruit, exotic spices, leather, licorice, herbs and a hint of menthol burst out of the glass, encompassing the senses. The well-heeled tannins reflect their Rutherford origin and perfectly pair with the toned acidity to support the dazzling, explosive fruit core.

  • Accolades

    96 Pts. “The 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer George III Vineyard, made from clone 337, had a total production of 110 cases (compared to 260+ for the 2012). Its gorgeous nose reveals aromas of créme de cassis, blueberries, raspberries, vanillin and notions of cedarwood as well as incense. Deep and full-bodied with fabulous purity, a hallmark of all these wines, this spectacular 2010 has plenty of structure, but the fruit intensity and richness largely obscure the wine’s tannic profile. This beauty will be drinkable in several years and keep for 30 years.”
    — Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate

    95 Pts. “A powerful yet graceful Cabernet that’s big, rich, chewy and chunky, with tiers of mocha, dark berry, spice and cedar flavors. This packs a wallop and isn’t shy about tannins, so best to be patient.”
    — James Laube, Wine Spectator

  • Vineyard

    Located in Rutherford on the east side of the valley floor, the Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard boasts a pedigreed history that dates back to the late 1800s. We source the grapes for our Schrader GIII from a small, specific section of the vineyard that was formerly a natural riverbed. The gentle slope and unique gravel and rock composition of this block produces stunning fruit with phenomenal concentration and character. We truly feel we have found the ideal “sweet spot” of this historic vineyard estate.

  • Vintage

    The 2010 growing season began cool and wet, and by early summer we knew harvest would be delayed by as much as three weeks. Growers around the valley feared the cooler season would not allow the grapes to fully ripen so many, including us, made early thinning passes through the vineyard to reduce the crop load and concentrate the vines’ energy. While it was the right thing to do, the decision of when to thin and by how much proved critical as the Napa Valley sweltered under a late August heat spike which saw temperatures climb above the 110 degree mark. We were fortunate, as our vines handily endured the extreme weather and the clusters showed little evidence of sunburn or shrivel. Following this one significant heat event, we enjoyed an extended spell of warm, Indian summer weather that carried through until early October. The ideal conditions allowed the clusters to gain optimal ripeness and maturity.

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