Beaulieu Vineyard (BV) - Rutherford Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 (750ml) Vioginer

Beaulieu Vineyard (BV) - Rutherford Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 (750ml) VioginerThis, the third release of Rutherford Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, is an exemplary expression of our western Rutherford benchland terroir. Its big and inky with a dark, alluringly saturated, amethyst purple color. Perfumed aromas of red bramble berry, wild violet, and rose petal sit alongside fruit forward flavors of black cherry, blackberry, blueberry, and plum. The pleasing texture provides youthful tannins with a firm grip, a signature of the

and almonds

Soft textures sweep across the palate

Only the first juice is collected

where dusty wood and tannins give it a softly grippy

The 2018 vintage was unique and exceptional

On the nose we find pleasant notes of ripe red and black fruits mixed with jam notes

It is a Pinot Noir to be enjoyed with an array of foods from smoked venison

bringing a pleasant freshness and lightness

Varietal composition: 100% Merlot

Chardonnay shows up in some remarkable places but few as breathtaking as the Roussillon where the Pyrenees meet the Mediterranean

2021- 2024

elegant style of the vintage and is nicely balanced