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Rutherford Hill

2007 Napa Valley Merlot

The Tastingroom Rutherford Hill Merlot from the 2007 vintage is a captivating red wine that beautifully showcases the charm of Napa Valley. This medium-bodied wine offers a delightful balance of lush fruit intensity, featuring inviting notes of ripe black cherry and plum, complemented by subtle hints of baking spices and oak. The acidity is bright and refreshing, providing a lovely structure that enhances the wine's overall elegance. Silky tannins lend a soft, smooth texture which makes it approachable and enjoyable, whether savored on its own or paired with a variety of dishes. This Merlot is impeccably dry, allowing the expressive fruit flavors to shine through, making it a true testament to the quality of Napa Valley winemaking.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Chocolate

Chocolate

Oak

Oak

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Napa Valley
Napa Valley

Napa gained international acclaim following the Judgement of Paris in 1976, when its wines defeated its French counterparts in a blind tasting. Napa's signature wines are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and various Bordeaux blends, but many other varieties, such as Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc also thrive here. With 16 sub-AVAs and a Mediterranean climate with rich geology, Napa is a winemaker's dream. The winegrowing region runs between the Mayacamas Mountains and Vaca Mountains for 30 miles, from Calistoga to Los Carneros. Napa has a wide array of soil types for such a small region, from volcanic foothills to alluvial valley floors, which help to produce varied and complex wines.

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