{"product_id":"realm-beckstoffer-dr-crane-2018","title":"Realm Beckstoffer Dr. Crane 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eRealm’s Beckstoffer Dr. Crane 2018 is a striking single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon from one of Napa Valley’s most celebrated sites. Sourced from the historic Dr. Crane Vineyard in St. Helena—first planted in 1858 and now farmed by Andy Beckstoffer—this wine reflects both exceptional terroir and Realm’s precise, modern approach to winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakuprofiili\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep and youthful in appearance, this is a wine built for the long haul. The nose opens with intense aromas of blackberry liqueur, dark chocolate, fresh tobacco, tar, and spice, showing impressive depth from the outset.\n\nOn the palate, it is rich, concentrated, and full-bodied, echoing the dark fruit and chocolate notes while adding layers of licorice, pencil lead, and crushed stone. The structure is firmly Cabernet-driven, with 5% Petit Verdot adding extra intensity and backbone. This vintage has clear aging potential, and while already impressive, it is likely to evolve beautifully over the next several years and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViininvalmistus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes come from Dr. Crane Vineyard in St. Helena, one of Napa Valley’s benchmark Cabernet sites, known for its alluvial soils, excellent drainage, and warm growing conditions that help Cabernet Sauvignon reach full ripeness. The vineyard’s historic pedigree and meticulous farming under Andy Beckstoffer contribute greatly to the wine’s concentration and character. The blend is 95% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Petit Verdot, crafted by winemaker Benoit Touguette to emphasize purity, structure, and longevity; the available information does not provide specific details on harvesting or vinification methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuoka \u0026amp; tarjoilu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine pairs beautifully with richly flavored dishes such as grilled ribeye, lamb chops, braised short ribs, or roast beef, as well as aged hard cheeses. Serve at around 16–18°C. Decanting is recommended, especially in its youth, to allow the wine to open and show its full aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuottaja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRealm is a highly regarded Napa Valley producer known for sourcing fruit from some of the region’s most coveted vineyards and crafting sought-after, site-specific wines. Under the guidance of winemaker Benoit Touguette, Realm has built a strong reputation for expressive Cabernet Sauvignon and limited-production blends that highlight Napa’s top terroirs. The Beckstoffer Dr. Crane bottling stands out as one of the estate’s flagship vineyard-designate wines, reflecting both the producer’s precision and the vineyard’s historic significance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Realm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122449326322,"sku":"FW-6165","price":813.08,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/4810\/5202\/files\/1351609x_2.png?v=1777476086","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.fi\/products\/realm-beckstoffer-dr-crane-2018","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}