Reviews
Lot 606 | 2014 Rutherford
Cabernet Sauvignon
This is it - our biggest release of the year. In the footsteps of Lots 100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 555, and 600, Lot 606 is a superstar from one of the most famous names in Napa Valley history.
$29.00
(144 Reviews)
Wine Details
No expense spared, Icon-level winemaking. Aged in 50% new French oak, this opaque black wine is textbook, classic Rutherford Cabernet. Sumptuous and suave on the nose, it features a gorgeous mélange of blackberry, cherry, cassis, dark chocolate and mint underpinned with graphite and mineral wrapped in lavender florals. The palate is juicy and succulent, with red and black fruit and a finely knit but resounding kirsch/mocha punch. The tremendous energy and tension that makes the 2014 vintage so exciting is present in spades. Lot 606 is now showing quite well, but would love a nice decant to stretch its legs. Of course, everything’s here and in the right proportions for another 15-20 years of graceful aging.
- Vintage
- 2014
- Appellation
- Rutherford
- Grape
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Alcohol by Volume
- 14.3%
- Cases Produced
- 3600
- Drink/hold
- Now through 2032
- Release Email
Cam Confidential
Cam Confidential
Our “Centennial” Lots anchor our big Cabernet releases each fall, and are selected using one criteria above all others – delivering super high end wine to you at an incredible price. There are always a handful of fine candidates, but in the end, there could only be one. In the footsteps of Lots 200, 300, 400, 500, 555, and 600, Lot 606 is a spectacular heir to its predecessors.
Along with the alluvials of Oakville, the west side benchlands of Rutherford remain one of the most hallowed sites to devotees of Napa Valley Cabernet. Lot 606 hails from one of the most iconic vineyards and legendary names in Rutherford; this is the dirt that put Napa Valley on the map, and made the phrase “Rutherford Dust” a household phrase among wine lovers.
This wine is the definition of the vintage: open knit, complex, lively and energetic. It doesn’t get much sexier than this, and you just don’t find Cabernet of this character at this price. It was presented to me by the winery as sourced from their $200/bottle Cabernet program; having done a bit more inquiry, I'm convinced this is a blend from their $200+ and $100+ bottlings, but once you go into the triple digits, who's splitting hairs? Any way you slice it, this is exceptional value in Napa Cabernet.
Shelley
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12/12/2018
Excellent
This was an excellent bottle of Cab. We loved it!
Peter
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11/28/2018
My go to Cab since it’s introductin
I have enjoyed Lot 606 many many times since it’s intro earlier this year. Interestingly, it’s not my favorite, that belongs to 614, then 609, but it’s been my go to Cab because it’s extremely drinkable from the moment it’s uncorked. Lot 606 is one darn good Rutherford Cabernet.
Artemis
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11/20/2018
Very strong wine
This may have been my second favorite wine of the early 600s. My first favorite was 609 (which may be sold out by now). My first encounter with Rutherford, however, did not disappoint, as the region's excellent reputation is well deserved.
Brian
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11/16/2018
Fantastic Napa Cab
Wow. Would put this head to head with any Rutherford Cab 3x the price. An easy choice with a holiday roast and great friends & family.
Carl
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11/15/2018
Beautiful cab!
Special wine--enjoy it with friends. Lush, fruity, nuanced and balanced. Hard to beat!
Eric
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11/14/2018
Love Rutherford fruit
Have enjoyed all the CH Rutherford Cabs--this may be the best to date. Decanted for 3+ hours and it went perfectly with grilled ribeyes.
Steven
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11/11/2018
4.5 Stars
Deep and delicious. Big and needs another year so I'll order more!
Robert
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11/10/2018
Rutherford At Its Best
No surprise here. Each time I see a release of a Rutherford wine, I am on top of it. Without a doubt the best terroir within the Napa region. This wine again comes through full tilt. Smooth, well structured with that oh so special finish. Not overly tannic, you can drink it now or seven years from now. Liquid candy!
KEN
Verified Purchase
11/9/2018
Stock up on this one for the Holidays!
After a brief decanter, I enjoyed the smooth full bodied taste of this Cabernet. Cannot beat the price for this delicious, bright, succulent cab. Thoroughly enjoyed the flavors and will be purchasing some for the holidays!
Paul
Verified Purchase
10/29/2018
Solid Rutherford QPR
Super solid Rutherford juice. Bold, juicy, dusty but smooth. Great value for the price!