2022 Quintessa Meritage Rutherford

JS97 So sweet and purely fruity on the nose, then layered, sophisticated, detailed and complex on the palate. Full- bodied and fully tannic, yet the fine-sand tannins are beautifully integrated, with ripe red and black cherries, raspberries, blueberries and cocoa. Elegant, intricate, charming and quite fresh.
DEC96 Easily one of the most approachable Quintessa wines upon release, this vintage features the suave, plush tannins so characteristic of the estate, wrapped around charming red-fruited and purple floral notes, cedarwood spice, and graphite intensity. These elements frame the aromatics and palate expression, further nuanced by spearmint and mocha through the full-bodied finish…What a gift for collectors of this wine.
Estate Notes: The 2022 Quintessa is a charming wine, opening with intense aromas of black cherry and cassis that are complemented by notes of tobacco, bay laurel, cedar, and dark chocolate. Plush and inviting on entry, this wine’s flavors align with its aromas. The palate reveals dark fruits and an
undertone of crushed rocks, tar, and graphite. On the finish, this vintage displays the signature fine-grained tannin of our Quintessa terroir, backed by voluminous texture and fruit. Aged 22 months in 60% New French Oak, 39% Neutral, 1% Terracotta Amphora. 93% Cabernet Sauvignon 4% Cabernet Franc 1% Carménère 1% Merlot 1% Petit Verdot.