Flavour Profile

Rutherford Hill

Rutherford Hill Merlot

Name: Rutherford Hill Merlot
Brand: Rutherford Hill
Price: null USD
Rating: 4.5 (0 reviews)

United States, Napa

Red wine

4.5

Expert Rating

3.8

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Rutherford Hill Merlot is a premium wine produced by Rutherford Hill Winery in Napa Valley, California, USA. The winery is located in the Rutherford appellation, which is known for its exceptional Merlot production. The grapes for this wine are sourced from hillside vineyards with well-draining soils that impart rich flavors and complexity to the wine. The wine is made using traditional winemaking techniques such as hand-picking and fermentation in small batches. The resulting wine is rich, full-bodied, and velvety, with notes of black cherry, plum, and chocolate, and a long, smooth finish. It pairs well with red meats, hearty stews, and strong cheeses.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Rutherford Hill Merlot has aromas of ripe black cherry and currant, while also offering subtle notes of dried herbs, toasted oak and baking spices.On the palate, it is elegant and well balanced, with supple tannins and a lingering finish full of sweet dark fruit. Enjoy this Merlot with a variety of dishes, from roasted vegetables to grilled meats.

EXPERT RATING

4.5

DRINKING WINDOW

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Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Lean

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (4)

Merlot

Malbec

ORIGINS

Winery: Rutherford Hill

Region: Napa

Nestled in the heart of California, USA, Napa is a renowned wine region that has been producing some of the world's finest wines for over 150 years. With its stunning scenery, unique climate and diverse topography, Napa is a paradise for wine lovers. The history of winemaking in Napa dates back to the mid-19th century, when a group of European immigrants settled in the area and began planting vineyards. By the late 19th century, Napa had become a major wine-producing region, with a number of wineries producing high-quality wines. Today, Napa is one of the most important wine regions in the world, with over 400 wineries producing some of the finest wines in the world.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.8

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