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Frog's Leap Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
95 points Frog's Leap Rutherford Cab comes entirely from estate-grown fruit. A blend of 92% Cab and 8% Cab Franc from the near-perfect 2017 vintage. 95 Points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon is such a gorgeous wine. In 2017, the Frog's Leap Cabernet has a bit more depth and richness, as it often does in warmer years. Cedar, tobacco, mint and sweet red cherry are all pushed forward in a succulent Cabernet with tons of character that still retains its super-classic, mid-weight feel. Time in the glass brings out the wine's aromatic nuance and silkiness. The Frog's Leap Cabernet remains an under the radar gem in today's Napa Valley." This Cabernet Sauvignon has all the hallmarks of the legendary Cabernets of Rutherford: the deep, cassis-currant aromas, the classic notes of 'Rutherford Dust,' and the earthen flavors of cedar and black olive. The mouthfeel is plush across the palate with velvety tannins, yet balanced by bright acidity and firm structure that hints at promising years to come. Pair it with rack of lamb, N.Y. Strip, or just another glass! This wine is destined to give decades of drinking pleasure."
Ratings on Delectable
Antonio Galloni 
Founder, Vinous
Just delicious. Perfumed, gracious and very refined. The understated side of Napa Valley Cabernet...
Just delicious. Perfumed, gracious and very refined. The understated side of Napa Valley Cabernet...
9.4
James Forsyth
The estate grown Cab from Frog's Leap is great value for Napa. Midweight. Cherry and spice. Lovely texture.
The estate grown Cab from Frog's Leap is great value for Napa. Midweight. Cherry and spice. Lovely texture.
9.4Jason Gelman
First time trying Frogs Leap and long overdue. Beautiful wine and even a tad young. Bouquet leans more old world to me. Tea leaves, smoke, cocoa powder, with very subtle fruit. Palate is similar. Totally understand why this is called a restrained or throwback style of Napa Cab. Fruit is fresh but muted on palate. A lot of that cocoa and tea leaf profile. Finish is ridiculously long. Pairing with a ribeye
First time trying Frogs Leap and long overdue. Beautiful wine and even a tad young. Bouquet leans more old world to me. Tea leaves, smoke, cocoa powder, with very subtle fruit. Palate is similar. Totally understand why this is called a restrained or throwback style of Napa Cab. Fruit is fresh but muted on palate. A lot of that cocoa and tea leaf profile. Finish is ridiculously long. Pairing with a ribeye
9.3
Dean
Fantástico
Fantástico
9.2
Monique Blanchard
Good wine. Probably wouldn’t buy. For the price would pick something different
Good wine. Probably wouldn’t buy. For the price would pick something different
8.8
Garrick Talmage
Black currant, fruit leather, high alcohol…quite fantastic
Black currant, fruit leather, high alcohol…quite fantastic
9.4
Sara Kobilka
Wonderful, earthy nose, rich, deep flavor.
Wonderful, earthy nose, rich, deep flavor.
9.0
Matthew W.
Wagyu strip steak…..check Lobster tail……check Frog’s Leap Napa Cab…..check Unbelievable dinner…..check Absolutely love this
Wagyu strip steak…..check Lobster tail……check Frog’s Leap Napa Cab…..check Unbelievable dinner…..check Absolutely love this
9.5
Brooks Burgum
Very serious. Forest floor. A nice wine with old friends. Timeless. Full.
Very serious. Forest floor. A nice wine with old friends. Timeless. Full.
9.3
Ming L
It’s exceedingly difficult to find a Napa cab with ABV below 14% in recent vintages. With 13.8%, this Rutherford cab is a breath of fresh air. Fruits are refreshing yet have great depth with cherry commingling with cassis and blackberry. Licorice, tobacco, and crushed rock. The juice is dense but glides through the palate with ease and poise. Long lightly candied earthy finish. I did not detect much “Rutherford dust”, but I will take it.
It’s exceedingly difficult to find a Napa cab with ABV below 14% in recent vintages. With 13.8%, this Rutherford cab is a breath of fresh air. Fruits are refreshing yet have great depth with cherry commingling with cassis and blackberry. Licorice, tobacco, and crushed rock. The juice is dense but glides through the palate with ease and poise. Long lightly candied earthy finish. I did not detect much “Rutherford dust”, but I will take it.
9.2
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