Reserve Merlot 2002

$70.00 --

rutherford Hill Winery

Purchase Reserve Merlot 2002

Tasting Notes

The 2002 vintage was a long, mild growing season with warm weather at the end of September. The cool spring helped keep the acid in balance while the warm weather during harvest concentrated the flavors. The Reserve is always produced in small quantities from the very best vineyards & fruit available to the winery.

Wine Details

Variety: Merlot Reserve
Vintage: 2002
Appellation: Napa Valley
Varietal Composition: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec
Color: Deep, dark ruby
Aroma: Black cherries, blackberries and dark chocolate
Flavor: Balance of juicy dark fruit and berries with round, full tannins
Number of Cases: 940
Alcohol Content: 14.5%

Purchase Reserve Merlot 2002

SKU: 15474

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