Reviews & Ratings

2021 Etude Cabernet Sauvignon "Rutherford"

Winery: Etude

Vintage: 2021

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Rutherford"

Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape blend: Cabernet Sauvignon

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Rutherford

State or country: CA

Price: $155

Cases produced: 377

KWG Score: 95.1 (based on 6 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Excellent (95)

Review date: October 10, 2025

Wine Review: This hazy deep purple colored Cabernet Sauvignon from Etude opens with a cassis and black cherry bouquet with hints of wet stone, mild tobacco, violets, and mocha. On the palate, this wine is full bodied with medium acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, round, polished, and opulent. The flavor profile is a cassis and black cherry blend with notes of tobacco and mulberry. We also detected hints of stony minerality, cinnamon, fig, oak, and dried strawberry. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity, and medium refined tannins linger nicely. We would pair this Cab with a New York strip steak and with Calgary ginger beef. Enjoy - KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: Inky ruby-garnet in color, this expansive wine unveils a complex bouquet of aromas, with layers of chocolate, rich leather, kirsch, and cassis, accented by hints of dried herbs. These signature characteristics speak to the exceptional terroir of the Morisoli Vineyard on the Rutherford Bench, highlighting its signature depth and elegance. The palate is structured with fine-grained tannins and a distinct mouthfeel, speaking to the hallmark "Rutherford Dust." Subtle oak influences impart graham cracker spice, while the rich flavors of ripe plum, along with vibrant blue and black fruits, add layers of depth and complexity. Enjoy the development of this wine for years to come.

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