Rutherford Hill
Napa Valley, California
A 92 point Merlot worthy of its Napa heritage
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Rutherford Hill
Merlot
The Rutherford Hill 2016 Merlot is an elegantly refined blend of classic Bordeaux varietals that create a beautiful bouquet of rich aromas and prolonged flavors. Lavish cherry fruit flavors are backed by a rich, balanced structure for an intensely complex Merlot. Gently aged in one of Napa's cave systems for 18 months in French oak barrels. Rutherford Hill is able to influence every aspect of the wine by limiting interaction; the wine is able to age gracefully. The resulting wine is absolutely delicious; no wonder it has 92 points from critic James Suckling.
NOTE: This is NOT a Firstleaf Exclusive wine.
Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to AL, AZ, CO, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, ME, MI, MO, NJ, NV, NY, OH, PA, SD, TX, VT, WA.ABOUT THIS WINE
Rutherford Hill
Merlot
The Rutherford Hill 2016 Merlot is an elegantly refined blend of classic Bordeaux varietals that create a beautiful bouquet of rich aromas and prolonged flavors. Lavish cherry fruit flavors are backed by a rich, balanced structure for an intensely complex Merlot. Gently aged in one of Napa's cave systems for 18 months in French oak barrels. Rutherford Hill is able to influence every aspect of the wine by limiting interaction; the wine is able to age gracefully. The resulting wine is absolutely delicious; no wonder it has 92 points from critic James Suckling.
NOTE: This is NOT a Firstleaf Exclusive wine.
Due to state registrations, we cannot ship this wine to AL, AZ, CO, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, ME, MI, MO, NJ, NV, NY, OH, PA, SD, TX, VT, WA.
WINE 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.
WINE 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.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Skirt Steak, Roasted Veal with Mushrooms, Glazed Pork Tenderloin
Pairs well with…
Skirt Steak, Roasted Veal with Mushrooms, Glazed Pork Tenderloin
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Skirt Steak, Roasted Veal with Mushrooms, Glazed Pork Tenderloin
Pairs well with…
Skirt Steak, Roasted Veal with Mushrooms, Glazed Pork Tenderloin
TASTING NOTES:
Mocha
Pomegranate
Plum
The deep ruby Merlot has intense aromas of dark cherry, plum, and fresh fig with a hint of nutmeg. Medium-bodied with concentrated flavors of dark plum, pomegranate, dried cherries, and a mocha finish that leads to a supple and lengthy finish.
TASTING NOTES
Mocha
Pomegranate
Plum
The deep ruby Merlot has intense aromas of dark cherry, plum, and fresh fig with a hint of nutmeg. Medium-bodied with concentrated flavors of dark plum, pomegranate, dried cherries, and a mocha finish that leads to a supple and lengthy finish.
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Rutherford Hill
Nestled high in the Eastern Hills, Rutherford Hill Winery commands a spectacular view overlooking the Rutherford bench of Napa Valley. It is from a handful of select Napa vineyards that Rutherford Hill continues its tradition of crafting wines. In 1972, while the rest of the world was just beginning to notice Napa Valley, the founders of Rutherford Hill recognized a unique opportunity. They believed that the climate and soil of the valley, similar to Pomerol, were well suited for Merlot. Today, this tradition of quality continues, expressed by wines of great complexity and character.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Rutherford Hill
Nestled high in the Eastern Hills, Rutherford Hill Winery commands a spectacular view overlooking the Rutherford bench of Napa Valley. It is from a handful of select Napa vineyards that Rutherford Hill continues its tradition of crafting wines. In 1972, while the rest of the world was just beginning to notice Napa Valley, the founders of Rutherford Hill recognized a unique opportunity. They believed that the climate and soil of the valley, similar to Pomerol, were well suited for Merlot. Today, this tradition of quality continues, expressed by wines of great complexity and character.