At a glance

Producer

Myriad

Region

Napa Valley, California, USA

Grape variety

Cabernet Sauvignon

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$90-130

Tasting profile

Black currant, cassis, graphite, cedar, dark chocolate, hints of tobacco and earth

Evolution: Will gain further complexity with tertiary notes of leather, forest floor, and dried herbs over coming decade

At peak: Mouth-coating, deeply layered palate with silky tannins and long finish at peak maturity

Structure

Acidity

Medium plus, balanced for aging

Tannins

Firm and well-integrated

Alcohol

14.5% ABV approx.

Aging potential

20-25 years from vintage under proper cellaring

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2038

Optimal window

2021 to 2041

Current status

Approaching early maturity with excellent cellar potential

Current condition

Showing structured tannins and pronounced fruit character with good balance

The 2013 vintage at Beckstoffer Dr. Crane tends to require extended aging due to firm tannins and concentrated structure. The vineyard’s exceptional terroir provides ripe fruit and balanced acidity to support two decades of cellar aging. Hence, the optimal drinking window opens roughly 8 years post vintage to allow tannin integration and flavor complexity to develop fully.

Food pairing

Pairs well with rich beef dishes such as grilled ribeye, braised short ribs, game meats, aged cheddar, and earthy mushroom sauces.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To soften firm tannins and open aromatic layers

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Myriad employs sustainable vineyard management, including drip irrigation to conserve water, cover cropping to maintain soil health, integrated pest management, and solar energy panels at winery facilities.

Myriad’s commitment to sustainability is demonstrated through their CSA certification and focus on resource-efficient viticulture. Water conservation is prioritized through advanced irrigation. Use of solar power and recyclable packaging improve environmental impacts. The localized production minimizes carbon emissions domestically, though global distribution adds to transportation footprint.