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Beckmen Vineyards Cuvee Le Bec 2018 / 750 ml.

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WE9595 pts. - Wine Enthusiast - 8/1/2020
This blend of 45% Syrah, 39% Grenache, 9% Mourvèdre and 7% Counoise offers lush aromas of violet, lilac, lavender, vanilla and blueberry on the nose. The palate offers plenty of black currant and spice flavors, with sandy tannins and fresh acidity holding it all in check.
JD8989 pts. - Jeb Dunnuck - 8/4/2020
A year-in, year-out winner, the 2018 Cuvée Le Bec checks in as a blend of 45% Syrah, 39% Grenache, 9% Mourvèdre, and 7% Counoise that saw a touch of stems and 16 months in just 15% new French oak. Lots of spiced red and black fruits, exotic spice, sappy herbs, and peppery notes all emerge from the glass, and it’s medium-bodied, with a rounded, supple texture and a good finish. It’s going to drink nicely for 4–5 years. (Jeb Dunnuck)

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Primary Grape: Shiraz | All Grapes: 45% Syrah, 39% Grenache, 9% Mourvedre, 7% Counoise

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WE95 95 pts. / Wine Enthusiast (8/1/2020)

This blend of 45% Syrah, 39% Grenache, 9% Mourvèdre and 7% Counoise offers lush aromas of violet, lilac, lavender, vanilla and blueberry on the nose. The palate offers plenty of black currant and spice flavors, with sandy tannins and fresh acidity holding it all in check.

JD89 89 pts. / Jeb Dunnuck (8/4/2020)

A year-in, year-out winner, the 2018 Cuvée Le Bec checks in as a blend of 45% Syrah, 39% Grenache, 9% Mourvèdre, and 7% Counoise that saw a touch of stems and 16 months in just 15% new French oak. Lots of spiced red and black fruits, exotic spice, sappy herbs, and peppery notes all emerge from the glass, and it’s medium-bodied, with a rounded, supple texture and a good finish. It’s going to drink nicely for 4–5 years. (Jeb Dunnuck)

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SKU 70682
Product Type Wine
Alternate Name Beckmen Vineyards Cuvée Le Bec
Country United States
Region California
District Central Coast
Product Location - Location-Appellation Santa Ynez Valley
Package Size 750 ml.
Proof/Alcohol by Volume 14.9%
Wine/Spirit Brand Beckmen Vineyards
Bottles per Case 12
Vintage 2018
Can it Be Shipped Yes
Premier Pick No
Wine Type Table Wine
Wine - Color Red
Grape(s) 45% Syrah, 39% Grenache, 9% Mourvedre, 7% Counoise
Primary Grape Shiraz
Dollar Sale (Y/N) No
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Colgin IX Estate Napa Valley Syrah 2018 / 750 ml.
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HdV Californio Syrah | Hyde Vineyard 2018 / 750 ml.
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Not Shippable. WNY Local Delivery and In-Store Pickup only. Learn More Sorry, this item is not available for shipment outside of the Western New York area. Either the bottle is too large for our packaging (i.e. we cannot ship anything larger than 750 ml), the dimensions/shape of the bottle doesn't fit within our packaging for safe shipment, or this is a widely-distributed wine (e.g. Barefoot, Yellow Tail, etc) which we only sell at our physical store or for in-store pickup.

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2018 / 750 ml.

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Pride Mountain Vineyards Syrah 2018 / 750 ml.
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VN9494 pts. - Vinous - Jan 2021
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Shafer Relentless 2018 / 750 ml.
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2018 / 750 ml.

JS9797 pts. - JamesSuckling.com - Tuesday, August 9, 2022
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