Wine Tasting At Rutherford Ranch Winery

Situated a short distance from the Silverado Trail atvalue to wine lovers who come here. Mr. Robert
the Rutherford Crossroad, Rutherford Ranch WineryParker, well-respected critic and wine writer for The
is on the banks of a somewhat meandering creek.Wine Advocate, commended the Rutherford Ranch
The vineyards Rutherford Ranch is a picturesqueCabernet Sauvignon calling it the premium wine. He
property and the wines crafted here, Chardonnay,said "One of the great values in California Cabernet
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc andSauvignon (believe me there aren't many of them)..."
Zinfandel, are of such excellent quality and that is theParker also called the Rutherford Ranch Rhiannon and
reason why the Napa Valley and the uniqueRutherford Ranch Chardonnay as amazing wines.
Rutherford appellation are world renowned. TheRutherford Ranch began in the late 1970s and was
Rutherford Ranch Vineyards and Winery are noearlier known as Round Hill Winery. Today the winery
doubt centrally located in the world famousis part of the Rutherford Wine Company group that
Rutherford appellation, in the heart of the beautifulincludes Rutherford Ranch, Rutherford Ranch
Napa Valley. Rutherford Ranch wines have beenReserve, Round Hill and Grand Pacific brands. Added
lovingly created to express the class that the Napato these, ASV Wineries, located in Delano and San
Valley wine is known for.Martin, is also a part of the same ownership, making
At Rutherford Ranch wineries have been makingit one of the giant producers in the state. The
ultra-premium wines for almost thirty years,Rutherford Ranch label represents wines with some
constantly striving to offer wine lovers exceptionalof the best values in the Valley. Rutherford Ranch
quality at reasonable prices. Winery visitors arewines are produced from fruit sourced from many
always warmly greeted to taste an array ofdifferent vineyards in Napa Valley, while most of the
award-winning wines and their hospitality is trulyfruit for the Round Hill wines is sourced from other
heart-warming. Their specialists are only too eager toareas of California.
share their vast wine making knowledge. In theThe scenic beauty of the wineries is something
shade of old-growth oaks and 100-year old oliveunique, featuring many trees, walkways, rock
trees guests are asked to sit with a glass of wine orgardens, brightly colored umbrellas and a pond. The
to stroll along the creek while enjoying beautifulmodern, attractive winery building is a fascinating mix
vineyard vistas.of glass, concrete and natural wood. The tasting
Each Rutherford Ranch wine is made in one of theroom has the right ambience and one sees bright fall
Napa Valley's prized vineyards and is carefully handcolors highlighted by heavy wood beams supporting
crafted. A gentle fermentation is followed by manythe ceiling. The petite tasting counter provides a wide
months of aging in small French and American oakrange of wines including Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay,
barrels. The result is a wine that is wholesome andMerlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, a sweet Moscato, White
full-bodied, yet pleasing to the palate and ready to beZinfandel, Pinot Noir, and Syrah. A new wine is their
enjoyed accompanied by your favorite dishes.proprietary red blend Rhiannon, made from Cabernet
It is no exaggeration to say that wines fromSauvignon, Merlot, Petite Syrah, Syrah and Zinfandel.
Rutherford reflect the true essence of Napa Valley.There is a separate VIP tasting room as those
The wineries here create wines with fresh aromas,desiring a quiet personal experience seek advance
rich flavors and a smooth balanced finish. Along withreservations.
exemplary taste, Rutherford Ranch offers genuine