93.7 points CellarTracker.com community score.
93 points Antonio Galloni (Wine Advocate): "The estate's 2009 Proprietary Red Rudd Estate wraps around the palate with silky dark fruit. Layered, sweet and sensual, the 2009 is laced with attractive scents of mocha, cloves and violets, all of which add complexity to the dark fruit. The 2009 needs a few years to soften, but ultimately it stands out for its textured personality and terrific balance. This undeniably appealing wine is likely to be at its best over the next 10-15 years, give or take. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2029. (Dec 2012)"
92 points Stephen Tanzer (Vinous): "Saturated medium ruby. Slightly port-like aromas and flavors of cassis, black raspberry, mocha, tobacco, graphite and earth. Opulent and densely packed, combining an impression of medicinal reserve with lovely incipient sweetness. Plush and deep, this blend finishes with big, tongue-dusting tannins and impressive chocolatey breadth. While approachable now, it should continue to evolve slowly in the bottle. Drink: 2019-2034. (Jul 2019)"
92 points Jeff Leve (The Wine Cellar Insider): "Coffee, caramel, cassis and licorice notes lead to a polished, soft, sweet, ripe cassis filled wine with soft textures and a fresh, clean finish. (Dec 2012)"
Producer notes: "55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Cabernet Franc, 9% Malbec, 9% Petit Verdot. Barrel aged 26 months in French oak (98% new)."
93 points Antonio Galloni (Wine Advocate): "The estate's 2009 Proprietary Red Rudd Estate wraps around the palate with silky dark fruit. Layered, sweet and sensual, the 2009 is laced with attractive scents of mocha, cloves and violets, all of which add complexity to the dark fruit. The 2009 needs a few years to soften, but ultimately it stands out for its textured personality and terrific balance. This undeniably appealing wine is likely to be at its best over the next 10-15 years, give or take. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2029. (Dec 2012)"
92 points Stephen Tanzer (Vinous): "Saturated medium ruby. Slightly port-like aromas and flavors of cassis, black raspberry, mocha, tobacco, graphite and earth. Opulent and densely packed, combining an impression of medicinal reserve with lovely incipient sweetness. Plush and deep, this blend finishes with big, tongue-dusting tannins and impressive chocolatey breadth. While approachable now, it should continue to evolve slowly in the bottle. Drink: 2019-2034. (Jul 2019)"
92 points Jeff Leve (The Wine Cellar Insider): "Coffee, caramel, cassis and licorice notes lead to a polished, soft, sweet, ripe cassis filled wine with soft textures and a fresh, clean finish. (Dec 2012)"
Producer notes: "55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Cabernet Franc, 9% Malbec, 9% Petit Verdot. Barrel aged 26 months in French oak (98% new)."
| Product SKU | 316798 |
| Producer | Rudd |
| Country | United States |
| Region | California |
| Varietal | Cabernet/Bordeaux Blends |
| Vintage | 2009 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| Blend | 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Cabernet Franc, 9% Malbec, 9% Petit Verdot |
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