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Rutherford
Grove 2009 Estate Sangiovese
Winery:
Rutherford Grove Winery
Grape(s): 100% Sangiovese
Region: Napa Valley
Year: 2009
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
(n/a)
Price: 30-35
Review:
Aromas of cherries and blackberries meld with suggestions
of herbs and toasty oak on the nose. A sip reveals flavors
of black cherry and blackberry with accents of leather,
anise, and spice. A supple red with bright fruit flavors,
fans of richer, fuller Sangioveses will enjoy this bottle.
300 cases produced.
Rating: 89 |
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Rutherford
Grove 2011 Sauvignon Blanc
Winery:
Rutherford Grove Winery
Grape(s): 100% Sauvignon Blanc
Region: Napa Valley
Year: 2011
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
(n/a)
Price: 15-20
Review:
A bouquet of tropical and citrus fruit with a few suggestions
of herbs and earth rises up from a glass. The palate reveals
flavors of pineapple, melon, and grapefruit accented by
a few floral and mineral hints. Fairly round for a Sauvignon
Blanc, fans of full, rich whites will enjoy this bottle.
550 cases produced.
Rating: 89 |
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Quackenbush
2009 Zinfandel
Winery:
Rutherford Grove Winery
Grape(s): Zinfandel & Petite Sirah
Region: Lake County
Year: 2009
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
(n/a)
Price: 15-20
Review:
Aromatics of plums, raspberries, and cherries mingle with
notes of pepper and sweet spice on the nose. Flavors of
plum and raspberry come together with suggestions of pepper
and herbs on the palate. A smooth slightly spicy red,
fans of easy-going Zins with moderate earthy and spicy
notes will enjoy this bottle.
Rating: 88 |
