Beckstoffer To Kalon BFD Cabernet Sauvignon
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Typically best enjoyed 10–25 years from the vintage release, with excellent development potential when cellared properly.
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Prime dry-aged ribeye steak, roasted rack of lamb, braised beef short ribs
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Sourced from the crown jewel of Oakville, the legendary Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard, the TOR 'BFD' Cabernet Sauvignon is a rare, small-lot barrel selection that represents the absolute pinnacle of the estate's cellar. The historic vineyard, first planted in 1868 by pioneer Hamilton Crabb, is famed for its well-drained gravelly soils and ideal microclimate, producing Cabernet of unmatched power and sophistication. The tongue-in-cheek name 'BFD' (colloquially referencing a 'Big F***ing Deal') reflects the winemaking team's excitement when identifying these standout barrels during blending. Crafted by winemaker Jeff Ames with minimal intervention, native yeast fermentations, and bottled unfined and unfiltered, this wine captures the opulent dark fruit, exquisite mineral tension, and muscular yet velvety tannins that have made To Kalon world-famous.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 2001 by Napa Valley veteran Tor Kenward and his wife Susan, TOR Kenward Family Wines is a boutique estate dedicated to crafting small-lot, single-vineyard wines that express the singular terroirs of Napa Valley. Drawing on Kenward's nearly three decades of experience at Beringer, the winery sources fruit from legendary sites, most notably the historic Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville. The winemaking philosophy, guided by winemaker Jeff Ames, emphasizes minimal intervention, utilizing native yeast fermentations, and bottling without fining or filtration. TOR is highly celebrated for its powerful, complex Cabernet Sauvignons and expressive Syrahs that showcase the pinnacle of California winemaking. Address: 1507 Main St, St Helena, CA 94574, USA Website: https://torwines.com