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Winemaker's Blend

2011 Napa Valley Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot

The Rutherford Hill Winemaker's Blend from the renowned Napa Valley is a captivating red wine that showcases the remarkable blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. This 2011 vintage offers a rich and harmonious profile, presenting a full-bodied experience that captivates the senses. The wine is beautifully balanced with a bright acidity, adding a refreshing character that contrasts with the prominent fruit intensity. Notes of dark berries, plum, and subtle herbal undertones enrich the nose and palate, while the tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone that enhances the wine's aging potential. With its well-integrated flavors and a satisfying finish, this blend is the perfect companion for a cozy dinner or a festive gathering. Enjoy the elegance and depth that this exceptional Napa Valley creation has to offer.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

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

Pairs well with:


Grilled Lamb, Roasted Lamb

Region:


Napa County
Napa County

It may be small, but when it comes to American wine regions, they do not come much bigger than Napa County. Home to the famous Napa Valley, which comprises most of its area, the Napa name has gained global recognition for its exceptional wines—especially its Bordeaux varieties. Most Napa County wineries choose to be more location-specific when labeling their wine, listing the name of sub-regions like Yountville, Los Carneros or Rutherford to capitalize on the name recognition. However, with such an abundance of high-quality grapes grown across the region, plenty of négociant winemakers blend fruit from different sub-regions. This gives Napa County wines excellent regional balance, taking advantage of different terroirs and mesoclimates.

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