Inglenook

Cask Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon

9.3224 ratings
9.222 pro ratings
Rutherford, Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy
Top Notes For
Paul Weil

Unbelievably excellent. This is classic Scott McLeod, thick and rich with the requisite mocha black cherry flavors, finished with the expected Rutherford dust.

Unbelievably excellent. This is classic Scott McLeod, thick and rich with the requisite mocha black cherry flavors, finished with the expected Rutherford dust.

Sep 23rd, 2018
Eron Garcia

I had the 2005 in 2015. Rubicon (now Inglenook) prides themselves on this ubiquitous Cabernet. The tannins are soft and light, not what you'd expect from a Cabernet Sauvignon, but you should. The aging process takes the teeth from the lion.
Regardless, this is still a big bold Cab. Heavy berry flavors: black currant and dark cherry dominate. Barrel notes show up as nut(almond & walnut) and tobacco flavors. A fantastic Cab that comes alive when paired with beef.

I had the 2005 in 2015. Rubicon (now Inglenook) prides themselves on this ubiquitous Cabernet. The tannins are soft and light, not what you'd expect from a Cabernet Sauvignon, but you should. The aging process takes the teeth from the lion.
Regardless, this is still a big bold Cab. Heavy berry flavors: black currant and dark cherry dominate. Barrel notes show up as nut(almond & walnut) and tobacco flavors. A fantastic Cab that comes alive when paired with beef.

2 people found it helpfulApr 27th, 2015
Erin Pooley

Owner/Winemaker Good Luck Wines

8.3

2011 inglenook cask Cabernet. At the source! Can you believe this patio is in napa?! I walked here from my house. Red wine before 5pm (like a boss)

2011 inglenook cask Cabernet. At the source! Can you believe this patio is in napa?! I walked here from my house. Red wine before 5pm (like a boss)

2 people found it helpfulSep 25th, 2014
Emily Dixon

This 2006 still packs a punch but the tannins are elongated and gorgeous. First impressions of creme de cassis, mulberry, currant and mocha.

This 2006 still packs a punch but the tannins are elongated and gorgeous. First impressions of creme de cassis, mulberry, currant and mocha.

Sep 6th, 2015
Steven Foster

Wine buyer Belmont Wine Exchange

8.7

2013 barrel sample from rubicon. Just amazingly developed for a barrel sample. Most had a huge amount of tannin but this is almost drinkable now. #premierenapa

2013 barrel sample from rubicon. Just amazingly developed for a barrel sample. Most had a huge amount of tannin but this is almost drinkable now. #premierenapa

Feb 22nd, 2015
Max Thieriot

Co-Founder of Senses Wines

9.1

Sunday night football and cab. Yes please

Sunday night football and cab. Yes please

Sep 29th, 2014
Christopher Sprague

I think this was the last great vintage of this wine. Hopefully the next one will compare

I think this was the last great vintage of this wine. Hopefully the next one will compare

Apr 27th, 2013
Hyoji Jang

Tart cherry, cranberry, fig.. Nice balanced 100% cab.

Tart cherry, cranberry, fig.. Nice balanced 100% cab.

Mar 31st, 2013
Ryan Richter

Excellent vintage

Excellent vintage

Nov 3rd, 2022
Iwan

Old school Napa.

Old school Napa.

Sep 10th, 2022