Rutherford Royalty: Inglenook Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Tasting Notes

Inky ruby-black in the glass. A fragrant bouquet of crème de cassis, brambly black cherry, warm brioche and vanilla lead the way. As it opens, graphite, fennel and cedar notes emerge, lifted by velvety tannins and balanced acidity. The finish is long, layered, polished—precise yet plush, with that unmistakable Rutherford dust grip.

Meet the Winemaker

Inglenook is Napa Valley royalty—founded in 1879 by Gustave Niebaum, revived by Francis Ford Coppola, and now expertly stewarded in Rutherford. This 2019 Cab channels both Old‑World pedigree and Napa power: estate fruit, hands‑on winemaking, and deep vineyard roots

Wine Specs

• Varietal: ~96% Cabernet Sauvignon, ~4% Cabernet Franc

• Vintage: 2019

• Region: Rutherford AVA, Napa Valley, California, USA (Rutherford dust, gravelly loam soils)

• Aging: 19–20 months in 100% French oak barrels, ~50% new oak

• ABV: ~14.2%

• Bottle Size: 750 ml

• Serving Temp: 16–18 °C; decant 1–2 hours to maximize aromatics
  

Critic Reviews

• James Suckling: 95 pts — “Ripe blackberries, blackcurrants, licorice, cloves, walnuts, chocolate. Full-bodied, velvety tannins and long pure finish.”
  

• Wine Enthusiast: 92 pts — “Earthy, elegant, and structured, with floral violet and supple tannins; well integrated oak and lifted acidity.“
  

• Food & Wine (via feature list): Highlights its Rutherford dust, walnut notes, black currant and balanced structure, and cellar potential.
  

Food Pairings

• Grilled rib-eye with rosemary or rosemary lamb chops

• Braised short ribs or truffle mushroom pasta

• Aged cheddar, Comté, or gouda with fig jam

• Dark chocolate mole or black pepper crusted tuna

Why You Need This Bottle

Because this is Napa royalty, but with relentless finesse. It’s bold yet elegant, powerful yet polished, and built to flex both now and as it ages. If Rutherford dust, pure cassis, and pedigree matter—this is your Cabernet.

This isn’t just wine—it’s lineage in a bottle. Add Inglenook Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 to your cart now—free shipping when applicable or wiith club perks included. Decant, serve, and sip like royalty.