Expect black currant, dark cherry, cedar, vanilla, and the Rutherford "dust" note with full body and ripe tannins. The 2017 Napa vintage was warm with some heat challenges; producer-by-producer quality varied.
- Varietal
- Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant
- Region
- USA / California / Napa Valley / Rutherford
- Body
- Full
- Style
- dry red, classic Napa, oak-aged
The producer
Round Pond Estate is a family-owned Rutherford estate also known for its olive oil program. The estate produces several Cabernet bottlings from its Rutherford vineyards.
What critics say
Round Pond Cabernets receive consistently positive reviews as well-made, classically styled Rutherford Cabs.
Pairing
Grilled ribeye, lamb chops, beef short rib