2020 QUINTESSA RUTHERFORD NAPA VALLEY RED Quintessa’s flagship red is a Bordeaux-style blend that changes each year depending on the vintage, incorporating some or all of the red varieties grown on the property, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Carménère. This dynamic approach to blending allows each vintage to express the unique characteristics of that year’s harvest. The 2020 Quintessa Red Wine is no exception, offering a distinctive profile that reflects both the vineyard’s diverse terroir and the conditions of the growing season. The estate’s unique patchwork of plots, spread across 280 acres in the Rutherford AVA of Napa Valley, contributes to the complexity and depth of their wines. Each plot is meticulously managed and harvested at optimal ripeness, ensuring that the individual varieties contribute their best qualities to the final blend. The 2020 vintage, like every release, showcases a signature complexity, freshness, and concentration, with a spirit and energy all its own. This particular vintage is noted for its vibrant aromatics, featuring notes of blackcurrant, plum, and hints of spice, complemented by a well-structured palate with fine-grained tannins and a lingering finish. Quintessa’s commitment to sustainable farming practices and minimal intervention winemaking further enhances the purity and expression of their wines. The 2020 Quintessa Red Wine embodies the estate’s philosophy of harmony and balance, making it a true reflection of the vineyard’s potential and the dedication of the winemaking team.