Red

Estate Merlot

Rutherford Grove

Rutherford · Napa · United States

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Merlot
Country
United States
Region
Rutherford · Napa
Appellation
Rutherford
Body
medium
Acidity
medium
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

steak · fatty meats · savory dishes

Rated vintages

  • 200891 pts

    If you think you don't like Merlot, try this one. It shows classic Napa Valley structure, with smooth, firm tannins and seductive flavors of sweet cherries, plums and currants. Delicious now with a good steak.

  • 200687 pts

    With its tough, gritty tannins and forward cherry, red currant, orange and raspberry flavors, this light-bodied Merlot will pair well with something savory and fatty.