Palate

A stunning expression of Rutherford terroir from a fabulous vintage, the 2013 Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon is rich, ripe and impeccably balanced. Generous blackberry and cassis aromas reveal layers of rum raisin, black licorice, violet, anise and summer savory. The flavors echo the aromas as they flow across the palate and then culminate in a deep-berry finish warmed by dark chocolate and vanilla from new oak barrels. The integrated, cocoa-powder tannins—a signature of Rutherford “dust”—enhance the opulent texture and firm structure, as well as provide cellar-worthiness.