Rutherford Vintners

Scarecrow

Monsieur Ètain Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

Opened this last night as well since I knew it was day 2 wine.
The Mascot & this M-Etain even on day 2 need Steak 🥩 so I’m doing a quick thaw and Sous Vide & sear. So I probably shouldn’t have scored until I had the beef ready. Oh well, I’ll up the score if my thinking is correct.
— 9 days ago

Paul, Rob and 17 others liked this

Staglin Family Vineyard

Salus Estate Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2003

22 años y todavia frutabomba, pero elegante. — a month ago

St. Supéry Estate Vineyards

Rutherford Merlot 2017

St. Supéry – Merlot 2019
Rutherford, Napa Valley, California – USA 🇺🇸

Overview
Made from 100% estate-grown Merlot, this wine comes from St. Supéry’s iconic Rutherford vineyards in the heart of Napa Valley. Known for its iron-rich, alluvial soils, Rutherford imparts the famed “Rutherford Dust” character — a mix of fine tannins and earthy elegance that sets these wines apart.

Aromas & Flavors
On the nose, vibrant red and dark fruits dominate — ripe cherry, plum, and blackberry — accented by hints of violet, graphite, and a dusting of cocoa. The palate is layered with red currant, cassis, and chocolate, alongside savory undertones of sage and tobacco.

Mouthfeel
Medium to full-bodied with velvety tannins and bright acidity. The wine is plush yet structured, with an elegant balance that lingers on a smooth, cocoa-dusted finish.

Winemaking Notes
Estate fruit is hand-harvested, sorted, and fermented in stainless steel to retain freshness, followed by aging in French oak (a combination of new and seasoned barrels). This approach builds texture and depth while allowing the varietal character to shine.

Food Pairing
Pairs beautifully with roasted duck, pork tenderloin, mushroom risotto, or herb-crusted lamb chops. A natural companion to semi-hard cheeses like Manchego or aged Gouda.

Verdict
A benchmark Rutherford Merlot, marrying plush fruit with earthy elegance. The 2019 vintage offers depth and refinement, drinking beautifully now yet capable of aging gracefully for another 6–8 years. Cheers!
— 2 months ago

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McGah Family Cellars

Scarlett Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Still fantastic. Knocked it out of the park. — 11 days ago

Ryan Gamble
with Ryan
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Dana Estates

Helms Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Gem of a wine. — a month ago

Tom, Paul and 4 others liked this

Inglenook

1882 Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Good balanced US Cab. Black currant and berry, cherry. Oak vanilla. Chalk and mineral. With elegancy. Inglenook Niebaum Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 1882 Rutherford Napa Valley 19 @, Calist, 250920 — a month ago

Round Pond Estate

Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

Took awhile to open but once it did this is a pretty decent Cab - nose is full of fruit - blackberries - palate is a little sparkly, slightly underwhelms vs the nose but still solid — 2 months ago

Paul liked this

Freemark Abbey

Bosché Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2003

Double decant for sediment(lots of chunky sediment) and pour. A remarkable dark purplish magenta color. On the nose: expressive perfumed notes of cherry, currants, dark olives, worn leather, wet forest floor, smoked meat. Taste: silky, savory, elegant wine with fading dried cherries, tobacco, dark chocolate, bell pepper, earth, and a nice mineral, espresso medium plus finish. YUM! Never disappointed with well aged Bosche or Sycamore wines — a month ago

Brenda Terzich-Garland
with Brenda
Tom, Brenda and 12 others liked this

Quintessa

Rutherford Red Blend

Paul K
9.1

For the price? — a month ago

Dave, Vanessa and 13 others liked this

Rutherford Hill

Napa Valley Merlot

Wine Spectator rated the ‘21 with an impressive 93 points and this Merlot was featured as #25 on the Top 100 wines of 2024.

flavor notes include blackberry, dark, cherry cedar, and that earthy Napa finish

I recommend this read to anyone who can find the 2021 vintage. Perhaps other years too.
— 2 months ago