Rutherford Wine Company, Lodi California Predator Six Spot Wine 2020

Predator Six Spot 2020 is a generously flavoured California red from Rutherford Wine Company, combining ripe berry character with a touch of sweetness and smooth oak. Its approachable style, velvety tannins and notes of dark fruit, spice and cedar make it an easy choice for relaxed dinners and casual entertaining. The wine is associated with a winery whose roots date back to the founding of Round Hill Winery in 1978.

Tasting Notes
The wine shows a clear, inviting colour, while the bouquet is bright and lightly sweet, with aromas of blackcurrant, cranberry and cedarwood. On the palate, oak contributes a soft, velvety texture, complementing flavours of cherry, rhubarb and gentle spice. The balanced, fruit-forward profile is best enjoyed in its youth, when its freshness and supple tannins are at their most expressive.

Production
The supplied information links the wine to Rutherford Wine Company and describes a commitment to sustainable viticulture, supporting healthy and vigorous vines. Oak integration is an important part of the style, helping to round out the tannins and add cedar and spice nuances. Specific grape varieties, harvesting methods, vineyard site and vinification details have not been provided.

Food & Serving
Serve this versatile red slightly cool, at approximately 16–18°C. It pairs well with grilled pork, roast chicken, burgers, sausages, mushroom dishes and lightly spiced barbecue, while its fruit-forward character also works with mature, semi-hard cheeses. Decanting is not essential, although a short 20–30 minute airing can help the aromas open, particularly when serving the wine with a substantial meal.

Producer
Rutherford Wine Company is located near the picturesque Silverado Trail in Napa Valley’s Rutherford district, an area renowned for producing outstanding Cabernet Sauvignon and other premium varieties. The estate stands on the former site of Round Hill Winery, founded in 1978 by Ernie and Virginia Van Asperen and Charlie Abela. Following the Van Asperens’ retirement in 2000, Marko and Theo Zaninovich took over the winery, replanted the vineyards and extensively renovated the winery and tasting room. The property’s century-old olive grove and understated charm have been preserved, while sustainable winegrowing remains an important part of its ongoing identity.

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