Kirkland Signature

Rutherford Meritage

8.794 ratings
8.73 pro ratings
Rutherford, Napa Valley, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Pungent Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Hard Cheese, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Duck, Blue Cheese, Onion
Top Notes For
Brian Thompson

Sales & Marketing Krupp Brothers Winery, Stagecoach Vineyard

8.9

Granted, there aren't many candidates for "best Bordeaux blend from Rutherford for under $15," but this would have to be near the top of the pack. Merlot dominant, and nicely framed by Cab Sauv and Cab Franc. Not bad, Costco. Not bad.

Granted, there aren't many candidates for "best Bordeaux blend from Rutherford for under $15," but this would have to be near the top of the pack. Merlot dominant, and nicely framed by Cab Sauv and Cab Franc. Not bad, Costco. Not bad.

1 person found it helpfulAug 20th, 2017
Joe Thornton

More complex than you'd think. Smooth enough but still nice on the back of your palate. Seems like there's more cab in it then there is. Great value wine!

More complex than you'd think. Smooth enough but still nice on the back of your palate. Seems like there's more cab in it then there is. Great value wine!

1 person found it helpfulFeb 7th, 2016
Michael Callahan

Merlot dominated napa blend. Smooth finish medium acidity. Medium body. Great value wine $15. 7.5

Merlot dominated napa blend. Smooth finish medium acidity. Medium body. Great value wine $15. 7.5

1 person found it helpfulApr 14th, 2014
"Odedi"

Dark ruby in color with a purplish rim.

Fruity nose of blackberries, plums, cherries, strawberries, currants, vanilla, licorice, earth, spices, peppercorn, leather, smoke, chocolates, green vegetables and herbs.

Medium bodied and smooth with medium plus acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with cherries, plums, vanilla, licorice, earth, red currants, coffee, oak, tobacco, cola, herbs, spices and black pepper.

Nice finish with soft tannins and raspberries.

A nice Bordeaux blend from California. Soft with a smooth mouthfeel. Nicely balanced with interesting acidity.

Good by itself or with food. Better after 20 minutes of airtime, but good right out of the bottle. It became tart after a couple of hours, so drink it quickly...

I paired it with a cheese plate and crackers.

I had it a year ago, and it is better now with nicer complexity. Could be nice in the next few years.

A blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 7% Petite Verdot, 5% Malbec and 1% Cabernet Franc.

14.9% alcohol by volume.

Dark ruby in color with a purplish rim.

Fruity nose of blackberries, plums, cherries, strawberries, currants, vanilla, licorice, earth, spices, peppercorn, leather, smoke, chocolates, green vegetables and herbs.

Medium bodied and smooth with medium plus acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with cherries, plums, vanilla, licorice, earth, red currants, coffee, oak, tobacco, cola, herbs, spices and black pepper.

Nice finish with soft tannins and raspberries.

A nice Bordeaux blend from California. Soft with a smooth mouthfeel. Nicely balanced with interesting acidity.

Good by itself or with food. Better after 20 minutes of airtime, but good right out of the bottle. It became tart after a couple of hours, so drink it quickly...

I paired it with a cheese plate and crackers.

I had it a year ago, and it is better now with nicer complexity. Could be nice in the next few years.

A blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 7% Petite Verdot, 5% Malbec and 1% Cabernet Franc.

14.9% alcohol by volume.

Feb 26th, 2017
Robert Shannon

Pleasing on the nose & palate; a luscious blend reminiscent of old world wines & great value!

Pleasing on the nose & palate; a luscious blend reminiscent of old world wines & great value!

Jul 7th, 2019
eagle_eye

Plum, a bit tart. Let if breathe. Nice cherries and a nice mouth feel. Nice blend and enjoyable at the price.

Plum, a bit tart. Let if breathe. Nice cherries and a nice mouth feel. Nice blend and enjoyable at the price.

Nov 2nd, 2017
A E Weber

Meritage arbitrage! This wine is modestly priced so you profit from quaffing a bottle. Cherry, black currant, cinnamon, alcohol is a little high, but you will be too.

Meritage arbitrage! This wine is modestly priced so you profit from quaffing a bottle. Cherry, black currant, cinnamon, alcohol is a little high, but you will be too.

Oct 17th, 2017
Jesse Putman

Smooth. Mild. Easy drinking.

Smooth. Mild. Easy drinking.

Sep 23rd, 2017
Eric Thomas

Very smooth and fruit forward, light-medium bodied.

Very smooth and fruit forward, light-medium bodied.

Aug 30th, 2017
Christy Palangattil

Amy likes it.

Amy likes it.

Aug 29th, 2017