Rutherford Hill Sauvignon Blanc AJT 2022
(Napa Valley, California) -
Regular price $34.97
About the Winery:
Nestled high in the Eastern Hills of Napa Valley, Rutherford Hill Winery has been a pioneer in the development of California Merlot since 1972, the year it was founded. Rutherford Hill holds a special place in the hearts of the Terlato Family as the first winery purchase made by the Terlato family, the realization of a dream of owning a winery for the late Tony Terlato. Today, the family’s commitment to quality above all else is expressed by wines of great complexity and character.
The grape growers who founded Rutherford Hill carefully studied the geography of the region and capitalized on climate and soil conditions that resembled those of Pomerol, the small but distinctive Merlot-growing region of Bordeaux. What a promising discovery that was - one that was borne plenty of fruit -specifically, the lush, purple-black grapes that have contributed so much to Rutherford Hill’s success. Today, Merlot remains the flagship wine of the company with 75 percent of Rutherford Hill’s production dedicated to this varietal, one of the leading Merlots of Napa Valley.
About the Wine:
Crafted by Winemaker Michael Coode using fruit grown in our newly dedicated AJT Vineyard, this bottling is an expression of the incredible depth of character our fruit offers, with balance, elegance, and poise.
VARIETALS: 98% Sauvignon Blanc, 2% Sauvignon Gris
APPELLATION: Rutherford
ALCOHOL: 14.2%
HARVEST DATE: August 29th – September 9th, 2022
FERMENTATION: Matured in a combination of new
French oak, neutral oak, and stainless steel
AGING: 6 months, 100% French oak
Tasting Notes:
AROMA: A very complex and evolving nose that starts with a delicate Meyer lemon flower, which leads you to the layers of tropical fruits like passionfruit, pineapple as well as peaches and cream.
FLAVOR: Delivering everything the nose plus some... The tastebuds are initially tantalized with intense rich bright tropical fruits, peaches and cream. The fruit is so opulent and juicy that it coats the mouth and is framed with some lovely minerality on the finish leaving the mouth salivating for more.