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Behrens Family (Erna Schein)
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Behrens Family
Located on the top of Spring Mountain, this wine estate produces small lots of about six wines annually. The winery was originally founded in 1993 as Behrens & Hitchcock Winery, but changed their name in 2005 when the Behrens family became the sole proprietor. Every year the portfolio changes slightly depending on the growing season, but the family tries to make recurring wines including the Merlot-forward Front Man, Cabernet Sauvignon-based Homeland, and a few others from chosen vineyards. The name Erna Schein on the label is a dedication to the mother of one of the winemakers who worked in the hospitality industry. With quirky and unique label art, the wines are just as appetizing as the labels are interesting.
Tasting Notes
- WA95
- The 2003 Dr. Crane Cuvee Beckstoffer Vineyard is composed of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Cabernet Franc that finished at 15.4% natural alcohol. This has always been one of my favorite sources whenever I taste at this winery high on Spring Mountain. The 2003 Dr. Crane Cuvee always reminds me of a California version of a great La Mission Haut Brion. There is a minerality, blue fruit intensity and distinctive wet gravel-like note that permeate the aromatics and flavors of this full-bodied wine. Complex with beautiful fruit, and still an adolescent, this rich, full 2003 is a great example of Napa viticulture and world class winemaking. Drink this beauty now or cellar it for another 10-15 years. Bravo!
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