Rutherford Hill Merlot 2016

Rutherford Hill Merlot 2016

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Varietal
Merlot
Region
California
Sub-Appellation
Rutherford
Alcohol
14.5%

Overview

Rutherford Hill 2016 Merlot is an elegantly refined blend of classic Bordeaux varietals that create a beautiful bouquet of rich aromas and prolonged flavors. Lavish cherry fruit flavors are backed by a rich, balanced structure for an intensely complex Merlot.

Aging

16 months in French oak barrels

Fermentation

Stainless steel tanks with daily pumpovers, pressed at dryness

Winemaker

Marisa Taylor

Tasting Notes

Style

Complex, Medium Bodied, Rich

Flavor

Cherry, Pomegranate, Cocoa

Aroma

Intense aromas of cherry, plum, pomegranate with a hint of anise and cola

Taste

Rutherford Hill 2016 Merlot is an elegantly refined blend of classic Bordeaux varietals that create a beautiful bouquet of rich aromas and prolonged flavors. Lavish cherry fruit flavors are backed by a rich, balanced structure for an intensely complex Merlot.