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Winemaker's Blend

2008 Napa Valley Red Blend

Rutherford Hill Winemaker's Blend from the esteemed Napa Valley is a captivating red blend that showcases the region's remarkable terroir. The 2008 vintage reveals a beautifully rich color that invites you to explore its depths. This full-bodied wine offers a delightful balance of bright acidity and prominent fruit intensity, highlighting the luscious flavors of dark berries and plums intertwined with subtle notes of spice and oak. The tannins are notably structured, supporting the wine's complexity while allowing for a velvety mouthfeel. With its dry profile, this blend is an exceptional representation of Napa Valley's winemaking prowess, making it a superb choice for those seeking a robust and satisfying red.

Tasting notes:


Oak

Oak

Blackberry

Blackberry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

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:


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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