Rutherford Hill
Napa Valley Merlot
Napa Valley, California, USA
Merlot me, another tasty effort from winemaker Marisa Taylor Huffaker of Rutherford Hill fame. This is a large production wine, built like a classic right-bank BDX. A blend of mostly Merlot, Cab Sauv, Cab-Franc and the odd, but certainly satisfying addition of Syrah. Acid to red, dark fruit is nicely balanced, with enough structure to last a couple more yrs. The QPR is excellent!
Merlot me, another tasty effort from winemaker Marisa Taylor Huffaker of Rutherford Hill fame. This is a large production wine, built like a classic right-bank BDX. A blend of mostly Merlot, Cab Sauv, Cab-Franc and the odd, but certainly satisfying addition of Syrah. Acid to red, dark fruit is nicely balanced, with enough structure to last a couple more yrs. The QPR is excellent!
1 person found it helpfulAug 28th, 2014
Always a pleasant Merlot. Medium bodied, nice dark cherry aromas & flavors.
Always a pleasant Merlot. Medium bodied, nice dark cherry aromas & flavors.
1 person found it helpfulApr 5th, 2014
Very good, smooth and fruitful. Very delicious Merlot.
Very good, smooth and fruitful. Very delicious Merlot.
1 person found it helpfulJan 26th, 2014
Deep red color. Aromas of ripe Berry fruit with gentle herbs noted. The palate of this typical CA merlot shows cherries and blueberries with refined oak and earthy nuances. Medium body, balanced tannins and acidity this wine was not overpowering but pleasant to drink. Finished medium with oaky notes.
Deep red color. Aromas of ripe Berry fruit with gentle herbs noted. The palate of this typical CA merlot shows cherries and blueberries with refined oak and earthy nuances. Medium body, balanced tannins and acidity this wine was not overpowering but pleasant to drink. Finished medium with oaky notes.
Mar 15th, 2016A no fault merlot overall. Very distinct plum and cherry flavor. A brighter red hue and somewhat transparent. Not much in the finish though
A no fault merlot overall. Very distinct plum and cherry flavor. A brighter red hue and somewhat transparent. Not much in the finish though
Aug 16th, 2015
