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Rutherford

2003 Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon

Beaulieu Vineyard Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon from the 2003 vintage is a captivating red wine that beautifully showcases the essence of the Rutherford region in Napa Valley. With its full-bodied character, this wine offers a remarkable balance of richness and elegance. The acidity is bright and invigorating, enhancing the wine's ability to pair seamlessly with a variety of hearty dishes. A pronounced fruit intensity shines through, revealing layers of dark cherry and plum, complemented by hints of oak and subtle spice. Additionally, the tannins are notable yet polished, adding structure and depth to the wine while ensuring a smooth finish. This Cabernet Sauvignon is a triumph that reflects the vineyard's commitment to craftsmanship and terroir.

Tasting notes:


Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Tobacco

Tobacco

Cedar

Cedar

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Rutherford

Stretching from the base of the Mayacamas to the Silverado Trail, Rutherford is one of Napa Valley's most famous AVAs. It gained its loyal following for its powerful, well-structured Cabernet Sauvignons. Crawling along the valley floor, vines benefit from warm temperatures and lots of California sunshine, all tempered by the cool Bay Area fog. During the long summer days, grapes ripen to their full potential to develop concentrated flavors of rich dark fruits. These complement the traditional earthy notes of Napa wines, along with herbal hints of mint and eucalyptus. One of the most recognizable elements of this AVA's wines is fine-grained tannins, known by wine enthusiasts as "Rutherford dust."

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