Realm'Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard' Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

Realm Cellars has been on a growth spree lately. From humble beginnings as a garagiste-style wine start-up led by founder Juan Mercado, they have made some impressive moves. First, they acquired Hartwell in 2015, followed by quietly taking over a vineyard down in Coombsville. This increased their estate vineyard holdings to over 40 acres. But the real showstopper came in 2021, with the purchase of Houyi Vineyard and Nine Suns Winery on Pritchard Hill. Talk about a major win. Stags Leap District and Coombsville are strong AVAs, but 22 acres of prime vineyard on Pritchard Hill? That's a game-changer for Realm. They've definitely earned a feather in their cap. Led by Scott Becker and winemaker Benoit Touquette, the team is determined to achieve further growth in the coming years. As we move into the new year, the winery construction will progress to the next phase. Excitingly, we will have a front-row seat, with a direct view of the future developments. It's clear that this team has their sights set on further success.

Labeled a ‘Tour de Force’ by Lisa Perrotti-Brown, who awarded the wine 100 points, the 2023 Dr. Crane presents lifted and bright aromatics with distinct floral aromas of lavender and lilac and a palate of blueberry compote and herbs de provence. The wine finishes with firm tannins accented by a long,