Sullivan Rutherford Estate, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2017

Mar 3, 2021

By Michael Apstein

 Though Coeur de Vigne might suggest highly selected grapes and an over-extracted precious wine, this one is not.  Though more immediately appealing — slightly softer and rounder — than their Estate Bottling (previously reviewed), it displays the classic savory-ripe dark fruit mixture for which top Napa Valley Cabernet is known.  Its finesse and elegance make it ideal for current consumption with a grilled steak or, for vegetarians, grilled Portobello mushrooms.         

Country / Region

California

Appellation

Napa Valley

Grape Variety

Cabernet Sauvignon

Color

Red

Vintage

2017

Score

90

Price

US $ 90.00

Producer

Sullivan Rutherford Estate