The Schrader MB To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 is an inimitable blend of artisanal craftsmanship and terroir. Crafted with meticulous precision in Napa Valley, California, this masterpiece is from the esteemed Schrader Cellars, known for imparting distinctive character and complexity to their wines. The wine harnesses the rich heritage of its To Kalon vineyard origins, renowned for world-class Cabernet Sauvignon.

Handcrafted by the exceptional winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown, the Schrader MB To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 boasts an opulent texture, echoing complex layers of ripe dark-fruited brilliance, seamlessly melded with refined oak accents. The grandeur of its palate is flawlessly balanced with an enduring, harmonious finish.

Consistently fetching high accolades from discerning critics, the Schrader MB To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 is certainly an epitome of profound, effortless elegance and charm, making it a much-coveted addition to any fine wine collection.

Wine Spectator (94)

'#1 in Wine Spectator Top 100 2022' - Packs in generous steeped plum, boysenberry and mulberry flavors backed by a broad swath of roasted alder and bittersweet cocoa. Brimming with dense fruit, and is squarely in the not-shy style. The long finish has a serious loamy tug, too. Best from 2023 through 2035. 10,000 cases made.

Wine Spectator (94)

'#1 in Wine Spectator Top 100 2022' - Packs in generous steeped plum, boysenberry and mulberry flavors backed by a broad swath of roasted alder and bittersweet cocoa. Brimming with dense fruit, and is squarely in the not-shy style. The long finish has a serious loamy tug, too. Best from 2023 through 2035. 10,000 cases made.

The Schrader Oakville Heritage Clone To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 emanates from the respected To Kalon Vineyard, located in the heart of Napa Valley, California. This exquisite wine is a product of the world-renowned winemaker, Thomas Rivers Brown, who brings an exceptional level of dedication and nuanced understanding to the art of winemaking. Impeccably balanced, this wine is characteristic of the Schrader's dedication to expressing the vibrant fruit characteristics time and again.

The 2018 vintage offers an opulent layering of blackcurrant, dark cherry, and wild blueberry with delicate brushstrokes of exotic spices, graphite and potent dark chocolate. The final blend reveals an alluring, complete and textured experience, attributed in part to the 20 months of ageing in 100% new French oak barrels. A fine testimony to the producer's mastery of 'Heritage Clones', the Schrader Oakville Heritage Clone To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 takes pride in its magnificent display of complexity and elegance.

The Schrader T6 Beckstoffer To Kalon Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 is a testament to the prowess and discernment of vintner Fred Schrader. Exquisitely crafted from the award-winning Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard in Napa Valley, California, this refined expression of Cabernet Sauvignon is graced by the region's distinctive terroir. The hand-selected grapelusters, procured from the T6 block of the vineyard, are afforded an extended maceration period, ensuring a deep, robust extraction of flavours.

An intimacy with the Schrader T6 Beckstoffer To Kalon Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 reveals a bold, complex palate of dark fruits, layered with nuanced aromatics of tertiary tones. This stunning wine, aged for 20 months in custom-made Taransaud oak barrels, unveils a textured depth with each successive sip. A singular representation of uncompromised quality and precision, the Schrader T6 Beckstoffer To Kalon Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 merits its position in the pantheon of the world's most sought-after wines.

Halliday Wine Companion (90)

Super-ripe fruit, yet vibrant, with plenty of richness across the palate.

Honoured with a place among Napa Valley's finest, the Schweiger Cabernet Sauvignon 1996 showcases brilliant artistry and consistent excellence. This exquisite vintage is crafted by the Schweiger Vineyards, a family-owned property located in upper Spring Mountain. The fruit is sourced from a high altitude microclimate offering terrain-driven intensity, enhanced by hand-harvesting techniques. Its expert maceration on the skins strengthens its rich tapestry of flavours.

Experience the symphony of black fruit variants interlaced with hints of cedar and leather. The maturation for 20 months in custom French oak barrels endows it with an eloquent expression of spice and a fine-grained velvety structure. An enduring finish bears the testament to its outstanding quality. Indeed, the Schweiger Cabernet Sauvignon 1996 is a remarkable depiction of the vintage, reflecting the dedicated craft of winemaker Andrew Schweiger. This wine serves as a perfect toast to the classic Napa style and the passion that flows into every bottle.

Honoured with a place among Napa Valley's finest, the Schweiger Cabernet Sauvignon 1996 showcases brilliant artistry and consistent excellence. This exquisite vintage is crafted by the Schweiger Vineyards, a family-owned property located in upper Spring Mountain. The fruit is sourced from a high altitude microclimate offering terrain-driven intensity, enhanced by hand-harvesting techniques. Its expert maceration on the skins strengthens its rich tapestry of flavours.

Experience the symphony of black fruit variants interlaced with hints of cedar and leather. The maturation for 20 months in custom French oak barrels endows it with an eloquent expression of spice and a fine-grained velvety structure. An enduring finish bears the testament to its outstanding quality. Indeed, the Schweiger Cabernet Sauvignon 1996 is a remarkable depiction of the vintage, reflecting the dedicated craft of winemaker Andrew Schweiger. This wine serves as a perfect toast to the classic Napa style and the passion that flows into every bottle.

Tim Atkin MW (95)

The last two hectares of dry-farmed Syrah on the Helderberg, planted by Bernhard Bredell's grandfather in 1995, were pulled out in 2017, so this Swanesang comes from a new source on the mountain. Rich, dense and Cornas-like, it's another remarkable Syrah from this talented young winemaker, with pepper spice and grip from 30% whole bunches and meaty, stony complexity.

Vinous (95)

The 2019 Swanesang comes from a 0.8-hectare parcel on decomposed granite soils planted in 1999. Here, vines are usually bush vines, but Bredell has trained them to grow upright. Blended with 60% stems, there is just a slight reduction on the nose, though with aeration it reveals enticing brambly red fruit, sous-bois, fennel and white pepper scents. The palate is medium-bodied with an almost pastille-like purity on the entry that belies the structure and backbone. Mainly red fruit here, white pepper and sage, it has impressive precision and freshness on the Rhône-inspired finish.

Immerse yourself in the rich, lustrous experience of the Scopone Brunello Montalcino Olivare 2010, a sensational embodiment of Tuscany's acclaimed Brunello di Montalcino. Scopone, a prestigious producer from Montalcino, meticulously cultivates their Sangiovese grapes in the vineyards of Pian delle Vigne, ensuring optimal quality. This laudable 2010 vintage, renowned for its remarkable balance and longevity, has undergone traditional vinification followed by maturation in large oak barrels.

Upon uncorking, you're greeted with enticing aromas of ripe cherry, earthy truffles, and luxurious leather, harmoniously layered with a spicy background. Relish the palate's well-structured tannins, balanced acidity, and captivating flavours from dark fruits to floral notes. This full-bodied wine, with its long, elegant finish, effortlessly symbolises the undeniable sophistication of Scopone's winemaking brilliance as it pays tribute to the spectacular 2010 Brunello di Montalcino vintage. Scopone Brunello Montalcino Olivare 2010 is surely an irresistible choice for the discerning wine aficionado.

The Scopone Brunello Montalcino Olivare 2010 is a testament to the finesse and elegance that symbolise the Sangiovese grape, meticulously sourced from Tuscany, Italy. This remarkable Brunello, produced by the acclaimed vineyard owner, Scopone, is representative of careful craftsmanship. The yield is restrained to promote integrity and concentration in each exclusive bottle.

Aged for 30 months in large Slavonian casks followed by a refining period in the bottle, this wine promises a complexity and depth rare to find. Behind its intense ruby colour lurks an alluring bouquet of black fruits, balanced with earthy undertones and hints of violet. On the palate, it manifests a harmonious interplay between its robust structure and velvety tannins.

A glass of Scopone Brunello Montalcino Olivare 2010 guarantees a lasting finish, making for an exquisite accompaniment to hearty dinners. Trust this Italian gem to deliver a transformative wine-drinking experience, exemplifying the best of Brunello. +

Wine Advocate (98)

This 2003 was showing spectacularly well, and based on my recollection, I think I may have liked it even more than the 2002, which is the reverse of how I felt a decade ago. One of the biggest (14.6% alcohol) wines made by Screaming Eagle during this period, it boasts an opaque ruby/purple color as well as classic, pure, creme de cassis, cedarwood and hints of Asian soy sauce and forest floor notes. The multidimensional aromatics are followed by a full-bodied, silky-textured, opulent, rich, atypically big wine that is impeccably well-balanced. It is just starting to come into its own. Four to five more years in the cellar will prove magical, and this 2003 is one of the candidates for the wine of the vintage. It should last another 20+ years.

Wine Advocate (97+)

Aged 20 months in 72% new French oak, this blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc comes from a great vineyard on the valley floor in Oakville, just south of Rudd Estate and Plumpjack. The wine’s dense ruby/purple color is followed by a beautiful, Pauillac-like (think Pontet Canet or Mouton), ethereal perfume of creme de cassis, or as Michael Broadbent used to say, “celestial black currants,” full body, a velvety texture, fine tannins, a multidimensional mouthfeel, and a terrific finish. While there were no real surprises tasting this wine, I was somewhat intrigued by just how youthful the 2004 Screaming Eagle is showing. I had expected it to reveal slightly more evolution. I thought the 13% Merlot in the blend would push the evolution more quickly. The finish lasts for a full minute. As it has been in just about every vintage, the 2004 is a profound wine. It is for others to decide if it is overpriced, but this is undeniably a great wine that competes on the world stage with the best that exist.

Wine Advocate (98)

The 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon is stunning. A wine that is only now beginning to shed its tannin, the 2006 stands out for its vibrancy and energy. All of the classic Screaming Eagle notes are in the glass, but with a little more edge and cut than in most vintages. Sweet red berries, crushed rocks, flowers and spice box are alive in the glass. Over time, hints of sage, mint rosemary and pencil shavings add complexity. The 2006 is a decidedly cool-weather wine with less opulence than either the 2007 or 2009, but it is absolutely singing today. Another few years will only help the wine come together even more fully, but it is impossible to miss the 2006’s utterly breathtaking beauty. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026.

Wine Advocate (100)

The 2007 Screaming Eagle is wonderfully harmonious and drinkable at this stage, showcasing fabulous scents of cigar box, ripe cherries and cassis. Full-bodied, creamy and lush yet not showing any excess weight, it's a beautiful aged Oakville Cabernet, soft, silky and elegant, with great length on the finish. Given its flawless sense of proportion and balance, it should drink well for at least another decade. Readers who prefer their wines more mature may opt for additional cellaring time, but when a wine is this good it's hard to resist.

James Suckling (97)

This has a wonderful balance to it. It shows intense aromas of flowers and dark fruits with hints of incense and sandalwood. Changes all the time. Then goes to currants and flowers. Full and firm with a wonderful core of silky tannins that are polished and beautiful. Dark chocolate, vanilla bean, and dark fruit. Solid and firm. You could easy drink this but it has structure for aging as well. 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Caberent Franc and 5% Merlot.

Wine Advocate (100)

Utter perfection, the 2010 Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon (a 610-case blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot and 9% Cabernet Franc; 14.5% natural alcohol) boasts a dense ruby/purple color along with a staggering bouquet of spring flowers, graphite, creme de cassis, kirsch, licorice and subtle toast in the background. Opulent and full-bodied with a multidimensional personality, gorgeous purity and a stunning, flawless texture, this spectacular wine is among the wines of the vintage.

James Suckling (99)

Extremely perfumed with blackberries, currants and flower. Rose petals, too. Seductive. Medium to full body. It grows on the palate with an extremely long finish that goes on for minutes. The tannins are ultra-fine and polished. Purity and essence to this. Feminine yet wild and unpredictable. Available in March. Better in 2021.

Jeb Dunnuck (100)

The 2015 Screaming Eagle is another monumental wine from this address, and it's one of those cases where if you afford it, you should buy it. A blend of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc, this magical elixir boasts a deep purple color as well as a blockbuster bouquet of blueberries, creme de cassis, violets, incense, and cedarwood. Reminding me of the 2015 Château Margaux with its off the charts class and purity, it’s full-bodied, thrillingly textured, and has a finish that just won't quit. This legendary wine is going to keep for 30-40 years.

Wine Advocate (98)

The newly-released 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon reveals lots of structure, an opaque purple color, and the hallmark blackberry and cassis liqueur-like notes. Silky-textured, fabulously-concentrated, and gorgeously-balanced, it has every component part - acidity, alcohol, tannin, and extract - flawlessly presented. Anticipated maturity: 2002-2020.

Vinous (98)

I loved the 2011 Screaming Eagle when it was in barrel and then as a young, recently-bottled wine. It is every bit compelling today. Bright red/purplish fruit, rose petal, sage, mint and white pepper lend notable energy throughout. At age ten, the 2011 positively bristles with energy and freshness. Winemaker Nick Gislason waited until the end of October to harvest. Among other things, the 2011 is unique for its high percentage of Cabernet Franc (12%). Today, the 2011 is spectacularly beautiful. Readers who own it should be thrilled.

Jeb Dunnuck (100)

Another perfect wine is the 2012 Screaming Eagle which checks in as 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc. While just as good as the 2013, it’s made in a very different style and has a lush, opulent, sexy profile as well as the hallmark crème de cassis, white flowers, graphite and spice. With a silky, full-bodied, seamless texture, incredible complexity, ultra-fine tannin, and blockbuster length, this quintessential Screaming Eagle will continue drinking beautifully for 20-25 years.