Description
For more than 45 years, Pine Ridge Vineyards has been crafting acclaimed wines in the heart of the Stags Leap District of Napa Valley, just off the region’s renowned Silverado Trail. Their new Traveler’s Series goes beyond the trail and marries their decades-long experience producing authentic Cabernet Sauvignon with their intimate knowledge of the variety’s diverse terroir, putting them in a position to explore a new expression that honors their
Drawing upon their highly skilled winemaking team, Pine Ridge crafted this wine using up to seven premiere vineyards, with 47% coming from Solano County, 29% from Sonoma County, and 24% from their winery home in Napa County. After fermentation and 12 months ageing in 40% new oak, all the separate vineyard lots were meticulously blended with the aim to create a wine with layers of fruit, complexity, plush texture and approachable upon release.
This inaugural release opens with inviting aromas of chocolate covered strawberry, complemented by subtle notes of blueberry and mocha. The palate is filled with juicy red fruits, such as pomegranate and raspberry, which become more pronounced as the wine opens up. The addition of baking spices adds depth and complexity alongside firm yet well-integrated tannins balanced by a lifted acidity that adds length to the intriguing finish.
