Just north of Oakville and bordering the Silverado Trail, Alsace Vineyard sits in one of Rutherford’s most prized pockets of red and brown gravelly loam soils. The site is known for its impeccable drainage and sun exposure, producing wines with both concentration and poise.
Under the guidance of Garvey Vineyard Management, the 2019-planted Clone 15 Merlot ripens evenly, developing plum, blackberry, and earthy spice tones while maintaining freshness and structure. It’s a modern, balanced expression — rich in character but refined in texture.
Situated along the eastern side of Napa Valley, just north of Oakville and bordering the Silverado Trail, Alsace Vineyard represents a cornerstone of Rutherford’s legendary terroir. The vineyard’s wines have been celebrated by top critics, including 97 points from Robert Parker and 99 points from Wine Spectator, confirming its reputation among Napa’s finest producers.
Here, red and brown gravelly loam soils with excellent drainage combine with warm afternoon sun and cool nighttime air to create ideal conditions for small, intensely flavored berries. The result: fruit with rich concentration, polished texture, and Rutherford’s hallmark “dusty” elegance.
The berries are loaded with dark fruit and plum, blackberry, and black cherry flavors, supported by classic earth and spice notes. For Merlot, the fruit shows an unusually vivid, spicy character that adds complexity without losing balance.
Expect excellent tannic structure and enough natural acidity to produce wines with richness, grip, and age-worthy depth — ideal for winemakers seeking a bold yet refined Rutherford Merlot.
Vineyard: Alsace Vineyard, Rutherford AVA, Napa Valley
Varietal: Merlot (Clone 15)
Planted: 2019
Soils: Red and brown gravelly loam with excellent drainage
Farming: Sustainable and fish-friendly, managed by Garvey Vineyard Management
Flavor potential: Plum, blackberry, spice, herbs, earth, and long fine-tannin finish
Retail comparison: Finished wines from this vineyard have earned up to 99 points (Wine Spectator) and 97 points (Robert Parker)
Extremely limited. Singular to Rutherford.
Provenance Note: This product is made from fruit sourced from Alsace Vineyard in Rutherford, Napa Valley. The vineyard name is used here for factual origin reference only and does not imply endorsement or affiliation.
Just north of Oakville and bordering the Silverado Trail, Alsace Vineyard sits in one of Rutherford’s most prized pockets of red and brown gravelly loam soils. The site is known for its impeccable drainage and sun exposure, producing wines with both concentration and poise.
Under the guidance of Garvey Vineyard Management, the 2019-planted Clone 15 Merlot ripens evenly, developing plum, blackberry, and earthy spice tones while maintaining freshness and structure. It’s a modern, balanced expression — rich in character but refined in texture.
Situated along the eastern side of Napa Valley, just north of Oakville and bordering the Silverado Trail, Alsace Vineyard represents a cornerstone of Rutherford’s legendary terroir. The vineyard’s wines have been celebrated by top critics, including 97 points from Robert Parker and 99 points from Wine Spectator, confirming its reputation among Napa’s finest producers.
Here, red and brown gravelly loam soils with excellent drainage combine with warm afternoon sun and cool nighttime air to create ideal conditions for small, intensely flavored berries. The result: fruit with rich concentration, polished texture, and Rutherford’s hallmark “dusty” elegance.
The berries are loaded with dark fruit and plum, blackberry, and black cherry flavors, supported by classic earth and spice notes. For Merlot, the fruit shows an unusually vivid, spicy character that adds complexity without losing balance.
Expect excellent tannic structure and enough natural acidity to produce wines with richness, grip, and age-worthy depth — ideal for winemakers seeking a bold yet refined Rutherford Merlot.
Vineyard: Alsace Vineyard, Rutherford AVA, Napa Valley
Varietal: Merlot (Clone 15)
Planted: 2019
Soils: Red and brown gravelly loam with excellent drainage
Farming: Sustainable and fish-friendly, managed by Garvey Vineyard Management
Flavor potential: Plum, blackberry, spice, herbs, earth, and long fine-tannin finish
Retail comparison: Finished wines from this vineyard have earned up to 99 points (Wine Spectator) and 97 points (Robert Parker)
Extremely limited. Singular to Rutherford.
Provenance Note: This product is made from fruit sourced from Alsace Vineyard in Rutherford, Napa Valley. The vineyard name is used here for factual origin reference only and does not imply endorsement or affiliation.
