Round Pond Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon

The Wine:åÊRound Pond Estate Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon

The Grape: 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Petit Verdot

From:åÊNapa Valley, California

Tastes Like:åÊPlum, dark chocolate, black cherry

Pair With:åÊBeef, duck, venison

A true reflection of that signature Rutherford dust, this Cabernet Sauvignon embodies an old world meets new world style. Dark fruit intrigues with blackberry, cassis, and hints of lavender and bramble on the nose. On first sip, the fruit is crisp, with lively acidity that brings a beautiful freshness. Loads of black cherry and raspberry come through on the rich, full mid-palate. Bright red berries lead to a deeply complex and balanced finish with layers of rhubarb, pepper, roasted coffee and dark chocolate. From entry to finish, the wine builds texture and lingers on the palate with a historical nod to Rutherford dust. This an excellent wine now, but we highly recommendåÊlaying a few bottles down to cellar over the coming decade.