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Hedonism Wines
3/7 Davies Street, MayfairLondonW1KUnited Kingdom
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Description

Paul Hobbs is one of the most widely respected and acclaimed winemakers in California having not only garnered a reputation for his own incredible quality wines since his inaugural 1991 releases, but also for his stints at Opus One, Peter Michael and Simi Winery. To Kalon is a single vineyard in Oakville of near mythical status and reputation for Cabernet Sauvignon. This rare large format from the 2011 vintage is a sensational release with delicious notes of crème de cassis, liquorice, spice and earth.

About this wine

The 2011 vintage of Paul Hobbs Beckstoffer To Kalon is a testament to the exceptional quality of the Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard and Paul Hobbs' expert winemaking. Despite the challenging weather conditions of 2011, this vintage showcases the vineyard's ability to produce rich, complex, and beautifully structured Cabernet Sauvignon. Notes of blackcurrant, cedar, dark chocolate, and a hint of graphite. Full-bodied with a firm tannic structure and a long, complex finish.

Beckstoffer To Kalon

The Beckstoffer To Kalon collection from Paul Hobbs Winery features single-vineyard wines made from grapes sourced from the esteemed Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard in Napa Valley, California. Known for producing some of the finest Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, this vineyard contributes to the complexity, depth, and richness found in the wines of this collection.

Paul Hobbs Winery

Paul Hobbs Winery is renowned for its meticulous vineyard management and minimal-intervention winemaking techniques, producing some of the most coveted wines in California. Founded by Paul Hobbs in 1991, the winery focuses on producing small batches of high-quality wines that reflect the character of their respective vineyards.