A full-bodied wine with earthy notes of blackberry, dark cherry, cardamom, barrel spice and subtle hints of French vanilla.
Rutherford Ranch
Proprietor’s Selection
Red Blend
Napa Valley
2018
- Alcohol: 14.5%
- pH: 3.80
- Acid: 0..56
Vineyard Notes
Our Proprietor’s Series offers a unique opportunity to enjoy limited release wines available only to winery guests and wine club members. Small lots from select Napa Valley vineyards are used to produce this one-of-a-kind wine. The Napa Valley consists of sixteen sub-appellations, each with distinct microclimates and terrains that impart unique flavor and character to their grapes.
This blend is made of 49% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 8% Petit Verdot, and 7% Petite Sirah.
Food Pairing Notes
Enjoy our Proprietor’s Selection Red Blend with your favorite rich dishes. We recommend Pappardelle with beef ragú, and for dessert, a bittersweet chocolate tart.
Production Notes
Winemakers across Napa Valley reported another stellar harvest for 2016. Bud break began early due to a warm spring, and the summer then brought moderate daytime temperatures with cool evenings. Harvest started early, in mid-August, and progressed at a steady pace. October ushered in a few rain showers that put a swift end to a successful harvest.
