Rutherford Lane

Scarecrow

Monsieur Ètain Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2009

Another well aged M.-Etain.
I bought a case on release at retail $120.00 OTD.,
That’s long gone but this was worth the extra $70 on Auction.
— 6 months ago

Tom, Tom and 20 others liked this
Somm David T

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08 & 09. Nice.

Dana Estates

Helms Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Gem of a wine. — 8 months ago

Tom, Paul and 4 others liked this

Round Pond Estate

Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

Took awhile to open but once it did this is a pretty decent Cab - nose is full of fruit - blackberries - palate is a little sparkly, slightly underwhelms vs the nose but still solid — 9 months ago

Paul liked this

Beaulieu Vineyard

Private Reserve Georges de Latour Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 1997

Some Napa History will turn any day special. — a year ago

Peter, Scott@Mister and 7 others liked this
Norman

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One of the first wine producers I had. So true on making a day special. Still remember it.
Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

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Cracked a 1969 vintage three weeks ago. Those old BV GDL Reserves aren’t messing around. Come correct because they will set you straight.
Ericsson

Ericsson

Yes, love these older Napa cabs.

Inglenook

Cask Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2004

Wow, was worried that it was past its prime but boy was I wrong. The bold cab flavor, combined with mellow tannins, made this a perfect Sunday pasta pairing. — a year ago

Inglenook

Rubicon Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Blend 2021

Much cleaner and precise than the Cab.S.
Strongh and persistent finish.
It needs time to fully develop and get together well.
— 2 years ago

Paul and Hans liked this

Nickel & Nickel

Quarry Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Big lovely Napa Cab. Plums, blueberries on a nice dry palate. — 5 years ago

Michael SeelyJoe Roth
with Michael and Joe
Tom, Milissa and 6 others liked this

Scarecrow

Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

+2 hour decant(some chunky sediment). A striking dark purplish magenta color. On the nose: dark fruit, dried herbs, forest floor, chocolate, anise. Taste: silky, opulent wine that maintains its elegance with blackberry/some dark cherry, currants, dark chocolate, earth, minerals, and a graphite espresso long finish. YUM! Drinking well with the decant and time to go. — 6 months ago

Brenda Terzich-Garland
with Brenda
Brenda, Ira and 21 others liked this

Staglin Family Vineyard

Salus Estate Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2003

22 años y todavia frutabomba, pero elegante. — 8 months ago

Merry Edwards

Olivet Lane Chardonnay 2021

K L
9.4

So good! Really worth the treat. Perfect in every way. — 10 months ago

Matt Dill
with Matt

Inglenook

Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

Delicious. Dark. Dusty. Good depth — a year ago

Tom, Bob and 2 others liked this

Kapcsándy Family Winery

Estate Cuvée State Lane Vineyard Merlot Blend 2016

Ron R
9.5

I beg to differ on my prior rating. With some airtime, this comes into its own. Places merlot on a different level. The cab franc gives this structure and presence. No rush to consume. Nice acidity and cherry compote on the mid palate. Finished luscious and moderately sweet. — a year ago

Juan, Tom and 28 others liked this
Jay Kline

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@Ron R I find this to be often the case with really great producers.
Paul K

Paul K

@Ron R love this juice! Get your hands on the ‘13 and ‘14 if you can. So delicious!
Ron R

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Will do, @Paul K. Paul T put me onto this. I appreciated the tip… 👊🏾

Freemark Abbey

Sycamore Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

Ok the patio in NH on the lake. Good fruit. Balanced. Soft tannins. — 4 years ago

Milissa, Eric and 5 others liked this

Rutherford Hill

Napa Valley Merlot 2021

The Rutherford Hill Napa Merlot (2021) reveals a deep ruby core with subtle garnet reflections, suggesting youthful vibrancy with potential for short-term development. The nose is precise and layered, offering blackberry and raspberry fruit interwoven with cedar nuances, indicative of measured oak influence.

On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied, with light acidity that enlivens the fruit profile while maintaining balance.

Tannins are fine-grained and unobtrusive, supporting a bright structural framework that lends clarity and poise.

The finish is clean and persistent, marked by freshness rather than weight, making this a versatile companion to dishes such as roasted chicken, grilled salmon, or semi-hard cheeses.
— 7 months ago

Freemark Abbey

Bosché Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2003

Double decant for sediment(lots of chunky sediment) and pour. A remarkable dark purplish magenta color. On the nose: expressive perfumed notes of cherry, currants, dark olives, worn leather, wet forest floor, smoked meat. Taste: silky, savory, elegant wine with fading dried cherries, tobacco, dark chocolate, bell pepper, earth, and a nice mineral, espresso medium plus finish. YUM! Never disappointed with well aged Bosche or Sycamore wines — 8 months ago

Brenda Terzich-Garland
with Brenda
Tom, Brenda and 13 others liked this

Greer

Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

Deep ruby color. Aromas of Anaheim pepper, blackberry, plum and violets. What a gorgeous wine! Black and blue fruit on the palate, earthy /dusty finish.

🏅98 Points - Robert Parker
🏅97 Points - James Suckling
— 10 months ago

Somm, Tom and 19 others liked this

Merry Edwards

Olivet Lane Pinot Noir 2022

Somm David T
9.1

Again decent and this was less extracted than I remember them.

WS Grand Tour Las Vegas 2025.
— a year ago

Juan, Paul and 7 others liked this

Whitehall Lane

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Primarily Cabernet Sauvignon with small amounts of Merlot, Malbec and Petite Verdot blended in. Dark ruby color with purple highlights. Aromas of black berry/currant/cherry with additional notes of dried figs and tobacco. Dark fruit also on the palate with hints of dark chocolate, plums, roasted nuts, sweet spices and earth. Lovely hint of graphite on the long finish. Full bodied but so savory well balanced. Velvety tannins. Thanks for sharing this one during Super Bowl LIX, Mark S! — a year ago

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Long Meadow Ranch

Rutherford Sauvignon Blanc 2019

Round and flavorful. — 4 years ago

Paul, Laura and 1 other liked this

Frog's Leap

Rutherford Sauvignon Blanc 2019

My go to Sauvignon Blanc- tastes like summer, nice grapefruit and apricot notes. — 5 years ago