2021 Rutherford Hill Merlot Napa Valley

WS93 Supple and sleek, with elegantly layered red currant, toasty mocha and tarragon flavors that glide on a long finish. Drink now through 2031. 10,489 cases made.
JS92 Ripe blackberries, plum skins, sandalwood, anisette and hints of chocolate on the nose. Spicy and racy on the palate with medium to full body and polished tannins. Vivid red and dark fruit and a lingering, steady finish.
Estate Notes: The 2021 Rutherford Hill Merlot Napa Valley is a quality wine that is delicious, easy to drink and will satisfy today’s palate of red wine. In the glass, the wine features a beautiful deep garnet color that immediately gives cues that you are in for a great ride. On the nose, the wine exhibits aromas of blackberry, raspberry, cassis, cedar with subtle hints of dark chocolate, exotic spices, and graphite. The wine’s full-bodied entry reveals layers of lush mixed fruits. It has such a sense of purity and harmony. The tannins are soft and well-integrated, with a lovely texture creating a wine that is truly complex. The finish is smooth and balanced.