Ridge Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

"Ridge's Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from the historic Monte Bello Vineyard, is a blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petit Verdot, and 5% Merlot. The 2022 vintage is hand-harvested, fermented with native yeasts, undergoes full malolactic fermentation naturally, and is aged for seventeen months in air-dried American oak barrels. This wine embodies the vineyard’s history, delivering structure, complexity, and a refined expression of site-driven character. The 2022 vintage experienced a dry, mild winter resulting in limited yields, followed by a warm summer that ripened the small crop evenly. An intense heat wave on Labor Day (September 5th) accelerated ripening, leading to an early harvest. The wine exhibits appealing fruit and firm tannins, with extended barrel aging to fully integrate the tannins. Enjoyable now, it will reach full maturity in ten to fifteen years. Saturated purple hues with aromas of black cherry, blueberry, cola, dried herbs, cedar, juniper berry, and sweet oak. Medium-bodied with rich textures that coat the entire palate. Flavors of red and black fruits and exotic spice with layers of gravelly and mineral notes. Long and complex finish."
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