95 points James Suckling: "A very attractive red now, with complexity and yummy drinkability. It’s medium-bodied with medium, round tannins that are fresh and more-ish. It’s dusty and lightly earthy with dark currants as well as tobacco. So much going on, in a subtle and refreshing way. 85% cabernet sauvignon, 10% petit verdot, and 5% malbec. Drink or hold. (May 2022)."
94 points & '#50 Top 100 Cellar Selections 2022' Wine Enthusiast: "Deep black-fruit flavors, moderate tannins and a sense of good density make this wine from one of Napa's oldest producers impressive. Cloves, cedar, blackberries and a touch of anise combine for good complexity on the palate. Best from 2026–2032 (Dec 2022)."
94 points Decanter: "Enticing aromas of black cherry, blueberry, black liquorice, coffee and dried herbs with cedar freshness. Broad and expansive palate with the same flavours as the nose, combining with a rich vein of minerals, dried rose petals, tobacco, refreshing acidity and mouthcoating tannins. From winemaker Trevor Durling. Drinking window 2022-2040 (Jun 2022)."
92 points Wine Spectator: "Juicy and relatively open-knit, with a gush of blackberry, black cherry and plum compote flavors taking the lead, followed by hints of licorice and apple wood. Shows a nice racy edge through the finish. Drink now through 2033 (Oct 2022)."
90 points Joe Czerwinski (Wine Advocate): "The first wine in the progression that really speaks to the winery's Rutherford roots, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford Reserve is a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petit Verdot and 5% Malbec that boasts aromas of ripe cherries, accented by baking spices, subtle cedar notes and a hint of mint. It's medium to full-bodied on the palate, showing off the silky, fine-grained tannins typical of the region, finishing long and softly dusty, with a hint of cocoa. Drink 2022-2030 (Sep 2022)."
94 points & '#50 Top 100 Cellar Selections 2022' Wine Enthusiast: "Deep black-fruit flavors, moderate tannins and a sense of good density make this wine from one of Napa's oldest producers impressive. Cloves, cedar, blackberries and a touch of anise combine for good complexity on the palate. Best from 2026–2032 (Dec 2022)."
94 points Decanter: "Enticing aromas of black cherry, blueberry, black liquorice, coffee and dried herbs with cedar freshness. Broad and expansive palate with the same flavours as the nose, combining with a rich vein of minerals, dried rose petals, tobacco, refreshing acidity and mouthcoating tannins. From winemaker Trevor Durling. Drinking window 2022-2040 (Jun 2022)."
92 points Wine Spectator: "Juicy and relatively open-knit, with a gush of blackberry, black cherry and plum compote flavors taking the lead, followed by hints of licorice and apple wood. Shows a nice racy edge through the finish. Drink now through 2033 (Oct 2022)."
90 points Joe Czerwinski (Wine Advocate): "The first wine in the progression that really speaks to the winery's Rutherford roots, the 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford Reserve is a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petit Verdot and 5% Malbec that boasts aromas of ripe cherries, accented by baking spices, subtle cedar notes and a hint of mint. It's medium to full-bodied on the palate, showing off the silky, fine-grained tannins typical of the region, finishing long and softly dusty, with a hint of cocoa. Drink 2022-2030 (Sep 2022)."
| Product SKU | 344660 |
| Producer | Beaulieu Vineyard (BV) |
| Country | United States |
| Region | California |
| SubRegion | Napa Valley |
| Appellation | Rutherford |
| Varietal | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| Blend | 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petit Verdot, 5% Malbec |
| ABV | 14.9% |
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