Since 1900. Beaulieu Vineyard was founded in 1900 by pioneering winemaker Georges de Latour in Rutherford, the heart of the Napa Valley. Our Napa Valley Merlot offers complex flavors of black cherry, berry and spice, a hint of our light and a lingering finish. Enjoy this wine with a variety of foods, from steak and chicken to grilled seafoods. Napa Valley is one of the most well recognized and diverse wine regions of the world. One of the largest landowners in the Napa Valley, BV is known for practicing bold, classic, wines that reflect the best of the appellation. Over 100 years of passionate winemaking.