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Inglenook - Rutherford Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2020

USA • Napa Valley • Red

£493.00 tax included
£493.00 tax included
£82.16 / unit
Packaging : 6 x 75CL - Cardboard

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Description

Inglenook, jewel of the Napa Valleypresents its Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2020a wine red which captures the essence of the Californian terroir. This exceptional red wine reflects the passion and expertise of the domaine Inglenook, blending tradition and modernity. Let yourself be seduced by this elegant and complex red wine, promising a memorable tasting experience. A must-have for lovers of fine wines. Napa Valley.
Ratings

Ratings

  • James Suckling 95/100
Notes and pairings

Notes and pairings

Tasting notes

This 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon from Inglenook displays a deep and intense ruby red color. On the nose, it offers a complex bouquet of ripe black fruits, blackcurrant, cedar notes, and sweet spices. On the palate, the attack is ample and silky, with present but elegant tannins. The finish is long and persistent, leaving a pleasant sensation of freshness and complexity. A harmonious and refined red wine, promising great aging potential.

Food & wine pairings

It will perfectly complement grilled red meats, game and aged cheeses.
Producer

Producer

The year 2020 was marked by heat waves and forest fires in Napa Valley. For the Rubicon, the decision was radical: Early Harvest: Almost all of the grapes destined for Rubicon were harvested before the start of the fires at the end of September (Glass Fire). Drastic Selection: The production volume is significantly lower than in previous years. Only batches exhibiting absolute purity and no trace of smoke damage were retained. Rubicon is a terroir wine, made from historic vines planted by Gustave Niebaum at the end of the 19th century. Typical blend: It is mainly composed of Cabernet Sauvignon (generally more than 90%), complemented by a touch of Merlot and sometimes Cabernet Franc. The "Rutherford Dust": The wine perfectly expresses this earthy and spicy character, with tannins of a powdery fineness for which this area is famous.

Owner and history

Inglenook belongs to Francis Ford Coppola and his family. Passionate about wine and film, they restored the domaine with love and dedication, respecting its history and heritage. Their goal is to produce exceptional wines that reflect the beauty and authenticity of the Rutherford terroir. Nestled in the heart of the Napa Valley, Inglenook draws its roots from the fertile soils of Rutherford Bench, a land renowned for its exceptional terroir. This unique plot of land, where climat The harmonious blend of soil and grapes, combined to produce grapes of unparalleled quality, lies at the heart of our heritage. Our passion for crafting exceptional wines is rooted in this land, making each bottle a testament to the natural grandeur of Rutherford Bench and the meticulous care we lavish upon it. Welcome to Inglenook, where tradition and terroir are expressed in every sip.

Vinification and aging

Excellent foliage growth protected the fruit during the brief periods of summer heat that led to early veraison in 2020. The harvest for this wine was relatively concentrated, beginning on September 7th with the Boardwalk Merlot parcel and concluding on September 28th with the Red Barn clone 337. Practicing organic farming since the 1980s, Inglenook was one of the first vineyards in the Napa Valley to obtain organic certification in 1994. Experimentation is in Inglenook's DNA, and this ongoing evaluation, taking into account climate change, vine age, vintage, and other factors, confirms that a domaine The caliber and quality of Inglenook is a project in perpetual evolution.

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The team's opinion

The 2020 Inglenook Cabernet Sauvignon is an iconic wine from this historic Rutherford estate, owned by the Coppola family. This vintage, although marked by the climatic challenges of the year in Napa Valley, It is praised for its "European-style" elegance, far removed from stereotypes of excessive power.

  • Serving temperature 16–18 °C

  • Climax 2025 à 2045

Wine profile

  • Framed
  • Complex
  • Fruity