2016 Proprietary Red Wine 1.5L

Member Pricing: $172-$204

Inviting aromas of candied raspberry, strawberry, maple syrup, and a hint of allspice on the nose. The full entry is lush with dark cherry and cassis, leading to a seductive mid-palate of blackberry, ripe fig, and a kiss of cumin. The finish is long and graceful, with lingering granular tannins. Enjoy now or cellar beautifully for 10+ years.

50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Petit Verdot, 14% Malbec | 15 cases produced

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Tasting Notes

Inviting aromas of candied raspberry, strawberry, maple syrup, and a hint of allspice on the nose. The full entry is lush with dark cherry and cassis, leading to a seductive mid-palate of blackberry, ripe fig, and a kiss of cumin. The finish is long and graceful, with lingering granular tannins. Enjoy now or cellar beautifully for 10+ years.

Vineyard Notes

In 2016, bud break in the Napa Valley was early for white varietals and later for reds. A consistent supply of rain in the winter months with a slight increase around the start of March was a welcome reprieve from the drought experienced in Napa Valley over several previous years. The higher moisture content in the soil allowed the vines to grow steadily throughout the year without the normal heat spikes in July and August. Because of this, the fruit was able to hang longer on the vine and ripen more uniformly, helping to concentrate flavors. The result is a vintage where Mother Nature collaborated with the vineyard, allowing us to make elegant wines with depth and complexity.

Winemaker Notes

The Round Pond Proprietary Red is a mélange of Cabernet Sauvignon with other varietals that do so well here on our Rutherford Estate. Progressively-styled with balance and dedication to expressing our terroir, our unique Proprietary wines are fruit-forward, complex, and delicious.

Technical Details

Type:

Red

Varietal:

Blend

Region:

California

Appellation:

Rutherford

Vintage:

2016