West Block Cabernet Sauvignon
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Typically best enjoyed 10–25 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, roasted rack of lamb, braised beef short ribs
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Sourced from the crown jewel of Napa Valley, the legendary Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard in Oakville, TOR's West Block Cabernet Sauvignon represents the absolute pinnacle of single-block expression. First planted in 1868 by pioneer Hamilton Crabb, To Kalon—meaning 'the highest beauty' in Greek—is renowned for its well-drained gravelly soils and ideal microclimate. The West Block selection highlights a specific parcel within this historic vineyard where the vines must struggle, producing tiny, highly concentrated berries. Winemaker Jeff Ames employs a non-interventionist approach, utilizing native yeast fermentation and aging in prime French oak barrels without fining or filtration. This results in an incredibly deep, powerful, and seamless Cabernet Sauvignon that balances opulent dark fruit with exquisite structural elegance and mineral complexity.
🍾 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