2019 Duckhorn Vineyards Rutherford Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
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The Rutherford winegrowing region has long been the source for some of the Napa Valley’s most storied Cabernets, and for many years, this coveted fruit has played an important role in our Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Building on our experience with these exceptional grapes, this wine captures the essence of Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon, from its lovely layers of blackberry, cassis and tobacco to the dusty minerality that has come to define the legendary wines from this appellation.
Wine Enthusiast
95
James Suckling
92
Wine Profile
Production Notes
Varietal Composition: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Winemaker Notes
The 2019 growing season produced a stunning expression of Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon, with luxurious aromas of brambly fruit, blueberry, blackberry and black currant. As it evolves on the palate, lush red berry flavors emerge, as well as more savory notes and hints of rich milk chocolate. Framed by the dusty minerality that makes the Rutherford appellation famous, this age-worthy wine glides to a long, luscious finish.
Production
2019 brought another exceptional vintage to Napa Valley, resulting in wines with alluring polish and poise! The season began with a wet winter followed by a mild spring. While this led to a slightly later-than-normal start to the season, ideal summer weather with no significant heat spikes ensured ideal flavor development, yielding complex and vibrant whites, and refined reds with elegant tannins, enticing aromatics and beautiful fruit flavors.
Wine Specs
Wine Specs
Vintage
2019
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Appellation
Napa Valley
Acid
0.57g/100 ml
pH
3.86
Aging
Aged 16 months in 100% French oak 50% new, 50% neutral
Alcohol %
14.5
Wine Enthusiast
95
James Suckling
92
