Front label of 2013 Schrader Georges III Cabernet Sauvignon 3L

2013 Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard GIII 3L

Our 2013 Beckstoffer Georges III Cabernet Sauvignon 3L will be shipped in a Schrader Cellars wooden box.

Hailing from the famed Beckstoffer Georges III vineyard, our 2013 Schrader GIII Cabernet is exceptionally fruit-forward and delivers a cornucopia of ripe berries with sumptuous notes of sweet spice, maple syrup and caramel. True to the vintage, the small berries that came from all the Beckstoffer vineyards have lead to incredible concentrated and breathtaking wines. Emminently approachable upon release, this aromatic wine wraps the senses and the abundant flavors carry through to a long consistent finish.

  • Vintage 2013
  • 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

    Hailing from the famed Beckstoffer Georges III vineyard, our 2013 Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard GIII is exceptionally fruit-forward and delivers a cornucopia of ripe berries with sumptuous notes of sweet spice, maple syrup and caramel. True to the vintage, the small berries that came from all the Beckstoffer vineyards have lead to incredible concentrated and breathtaking wines. Emminently approachable upon release, this aromatic wine wraps the senses and the abundant flavors carry through to a long consistent finish.

  • Accolades

    97 Pts. “The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer George III Vineyard, which comes from the Beckstoffer-owned vineyard in Rutherford and clone 337, exhibits an opaque purple color and a beautiful nose of creosote, graphite, charcoal, blackberry and blueberry. It’s dense, full-bodied and opulent, with great acidity and sweet, well-integrated tannins. It is approachable now, but promises to be at its best with another 7-8 years of bottle age and last 25-30 years.”
    — Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate

    97 Pts. “This is a chewy and powerful red with lots of tannins. Aromas of dried flowers, grape skin and currants. Full body, chewy texture. Refreshing with coolness. Needs so much time in the bottle. Try in 2022.”
    — James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com

  • 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

    In 2013 the grapes enjoyed month upon glorious month of effortless sunny days followed by clear, cool nights. Warm spring temperatures gave way to an early budbreak and the consistent, dry weather afforded an optimal fruit set. The favorable conditions seamlessly continued through the summer and we faced none of the rogue heat spikes or rain threats that might otherwise challenge a strong vintage. Once in barrel, the wine continued to develop and gain profound flavors that led to winemaker Thomas Brown stating “These are the finest wines I have ever made.”

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