Beaulieu Vineyard produces Cabernet Sauvignon from Rutherford, the heart of Napa Valley's most structured and age-worthy terroir. The winery's Reserve Clone 6 and Clone 169 Cabernet Sauvignons represent the precision possible in this appellation—both achieving 94-point average ratings from prestige critics including Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, Decanter, Wine Enthusiast, and Falstaff. The Rutherford Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, rated 93 points on average, rounds out a portfolio defined by single-varietal focus and clone selection. Rutherford's gravelly, well-drained soils and diurnal temperature swings favor Cabernet's full ripeness and tannin development, qualities evident across these bottlings. The winery's work with distinct clones reflects a commitment to understanding how subtle genetic variation shapes the final wine.