CuvéeRutherfordRed

Beaulieu Vineyard Tapestry Reserve Red Wine

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Beaulieu Vineyard

Cabernet Sauvignon · Merlot · Malbec · Cabernet Franc · Petit Verdot

About this wine

Introduced into BV's portfolio in the late 1980s, Tapestry Reserve is a tribute to Beaulieu's French heritage — a Bordeaux-style blend that weaves five varieties into one wine. Cabernet Sauvignon forms the core, with Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot adding layers of dark cherry, wild raspberry, spice, and floral complexity.

Beginner's Note

A plush, fruit-forward Bordeaux-style blend that's more approachable than the estate's single-varietal Cabernets.

Sommelier's Note

"BV's tribute to its French heritage — a five-variety Bordeaux blend woven together with the precision its name implies."

Food Pairings

Grilled ribeye steak, braised short ribs, herb-crusted lamb rack, aged Gouda or Gruyère, prime rib, rich pasta dishes, and dark chocolate desserts.

When to drink it

Special dinners, holiday gatherings, pairing with a proper roast

Specs

Grape Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Style
Red
Alcohol
14.8%
Price Range
$50-70

Terroir & Winemaking

A Bordeaux-style blend led by Cabernet Sauvignon (roughly 60-75% depending on vintage) with Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. Roughly half the Cabernet Sauvignon comes from Rutherford's western benchland, the balance from Calistoga, Oakville, Howell Mountain, and St. Helena AVAs. Aged approximately 20-22 months in a mix of French, American, and Hungarian oak (majority new). ABV typically 14.8-14.9%.

Frequently Asked Questions

What grape varieties are in Tapestry Reserve?
A Bordeaux-style blend led by Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot, in proportions that vary by vintage.
What food pairs well with it?
Grilled ribeye steak, braised short ribs, herb-crusted lamb rack, aged Gouda or Gruyère, and dark chocolate desserts.
Why is it called "Tapestry"?
The name reflects how five different Bordeaux varieties are woven together into one harmonious wine, echoing BV's French heritage.
How does it compare to BV's single-varietal Cabernets?
It's a fuller, more complex Bordeaux blend, generally considered more special-occasion than BV's standard Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.

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