THE WINES
The greater the terroir, the greater the balance in the fruit, and the less human intervention required for exceptional wines. Our five world-class wines, three reds and two whites, are subtle, complex, textured and divinely balanced.
RUDD OAKVILLE ESTATE red
An authentic expression of a unique place, the Rudd Oakville Estate Red transcends grape variety with a profound expression of vintage and site from mature vines in the Estate’s complementary terroirs of core stone volcanics and alluvial fan. Composed for ageability, harmony, finesse and longevity, the Rudd Oakville Estate Red is the pinnacle of what the Oakville Estate produces in each vintage.
RUDD OAKVILLE ESTATE SAMANTha’s cabernet sauvignon
A grape variety ideally suited for Oakville, the Samantha’s Cabernet Sauvignon is a selection of Rudd Oakville Estate blocks that yield grapes of depth and character that craft a wine inviting drinkability and conviviality. An expression of how a world-class grape variety can perform when diligently farmed in one of the best parts of Oakville.
RUDD MT. VEEDER ESTATE LESLIE’s BLEND
Grown on a steep hillside above the fog line, this powerful, Bordeaux-style blend is an exceptional example of the magical combination of meticulous farming, a unique mountain site, and principled winemaking. Leslie Rudd, had a simple vision in creating our Mt. Veeder vineyard: “The best is good enough.” It’s only fitting to dedicate this exquisite, bold wine to him.
RUDD MT. VEEDER ESTATE SAUVIGNON BLANC
Marrying pure aromatics with balanced acidity, the Rudd Mt. Veeder Estate Sauvignon Blanc shows freshness and precision that come from this noble grape variety, meticulously farmed at a mountain vineyard. The Rudd Mt. Veeder Estate Sauvignon Blanc harmonizes the aromatic grape variety expression with texture and depth to produce an age-worthy white.
CROSSROADS CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Grown in the heart of Oakville from 25-year-old vines, the structure and tannins of this Cabernet Sauvignon are synonymous with vineyards in Eastern Oakville. The complex fruit profiles available in the vineyard along with diverse sun exposure allows the vineyard team to pick lots specifically to make this style of wine. A true expression of the terroir, the red fruit, dried herbs, and rosemary characteristics take the forefront, making this a beautiful wine upon release.
CROSSROADS CABERNET FRANC
Grown exclusively on the alluvial fan situated on the Northern most block of our Oakville Estate, the Crossroads Cabernet Franc is a unique expression of this varietal from our site. The diverse characteristics of our Cabernet Franc vineyards planted in 1998 inspired us to allow this grape to take center stage. Made only in selective vintages, the finessed dusty tannins combined with delicate green herbs, anise, red fruits, and savory elements combine beautifully with the structural backbone of this wine.
CROSSROADS SAUVIGNON BLANC
Grown on Mt. Veeder above the fog line, the Crossroads Sauvignon Blanc is a unique expression of the varietal. Rarely grown at this elevation, this Sauvignon Blanc has great natural acidity and fruit elements including stone fruit, white flower, and lime zest. The acidity and fruit components are complemented with depth and texture from the Semillon and Sauvignon Gris, making this wine great by itself or coupled with food.