Rutherford Estate – Rutherford Bench Appellation – Single Vineyard
The Rutherford Estate consists of 21-year-old vines planted in sandy loam soils. Located on the famous “Rutherford Bench” of the Rutherford Appellation. The Vineyard is planted in Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Sangiovese with spacing of 7′ x 10’ with an East-West row alignment. Typical production is 2.5-3.0 tons per acre. The vines are bilateral cordons with a quadrilateral trellis system. Wine characteristic are typical of the Rutherford appellation with bright fruit aromas, a broad mid palate and classic Rutherford dusty chocolate finish.
The Rutherford Viticultural Area is approximately six square miles and sits in the widest part of the Napa Valley. Because of this unique location the vines spend more time in the sun than any other appellation in the Napa Valley. However, warm summer days give way to cool evenings. This area experiences an average 12 degree drop in temperature at sunset throughout the growing season. Great amount of sun exposure and the alluvial soils of the area produce wines which are ripe and full flavored. This appellation covers some 6,650 acres and was established August of 1993.
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Appellation : Rutherford Bench, Napa Valley
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Grape Varietals : 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
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