Bello Family Vineyards - 2017 Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon

The Vintage:
California’s 2017 harvest wrapped up early this fall following summer heat spurts and a growing season that saw significant rain throughout the state ending a five-year drought. Harvest began early at a normal pace in many regions, and then progressed rapidly during a heat wave in late August and early September. Temperatures cooled mid-September, slowing the harvest pace and allowing red grapes to ripen gradually. Yields were reduced due to the heat spell, but quality is phenomenal for the 2017 vintage.

Tasting Notes:
Rutherford dust typicity, beautiful opaque, dense ruby/purple color, a classic sweet nose of blackcurrants, licorice and sweet oak. Elegant fresh raspberry, blueberry and cherry notes carry through the mid pallet. The wine finishes with long velvety sweet tannin, bittersweet chocolate and raspberry. Rich, broad and flavorful with good acidity, the wine is accessible, but should age effortlessly for 20 or more years.

The Vineyard:
This single vineyard offering showcases our estate vineyard located on the Rutherford Bench with its lush, rich, full fruit flavors.

The Wine:
92% Cabernet Sauvignon
6% Cabernet Franc
2% Petite Verdot

Appellation: Rutherford Aged for 22 months in 100% new French oak barrels