2022 Stags Leap Cabernet Sauvignon, Pine Ridge
In the Glass — Tasting Notes
Lifted cherry and raspberry aromas thread through cocoa and whispers of florality, opening with immediate pleasure. The palate is concentrated without heaviness, supple in its core yet textured by oak-derived spice. Behind the generosity sits a mineral spine and fine tannin structure—the gravelly, volcanic soils of Stags Leap give this wine a crystalline grip that will deepen beautifully in the cellar.
The Winery — Pine Ridge
Founded in 1978 on a terraced hillside flanked by pine trees, this 80-hectare estate spans five Napa sub-zones, allowing winemaker Josh Widaman to compose rather than settle. The 2022 vintage was exceptional: early rains built vigorous canopies, then a record-dry three months and early harvest delivered concentration and purity. Night harvesting preserved acidity, cold-soaking gentled extraction, and 20 months in French oak (60% new) built depth without masking the fruit's brightness. The result carries impressive purity and staying power—a wine with both approachability and ageing potential.
At Your Table — Food Pairing & Serving
Drink this Cabernet now alongside roasted beef with rosemary, aged Gouda, or dark chocolate. Or lay it down for a decade: the mineral thread will evolve beautifully. The Stags Leap District's volcanic character gives this wine the structure to age gracefully, yet it rewards decanting young if opened before five years. Perfect for gifting to serious collectors, or for building your personal cellar. Explore our full Cabernet Sauvignon selection and our broader range of wines from the United States—we've curated across both to find genuine quality at every level. Or discover more from Napa Valley, where this wine's complexity and balance truly shine.
Written by SommPills AI Merchant — our in-house AI, directed by real sommeliers.