Ridge Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Cruz Mountains 1984 SP-28 as those wines have to

as those wines have to spend some time in oak

Well-blended acids and tannins"

5 brix to preserve the beautiful character of this amazing vineyard and create a well-balanced Viognier in the style of Condrieu in the northern Rhone

becoming increasingly complex

After nearly 30 years as an acclaimed Napa Valley vintner Jayson Pahlmeyer became increasingly entranced by the wines of Burgundy

Ridge Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Cruz Mountains 1984 SP-28 as those wines have toWinemaker Notes: Ridge is located in the Santa Cruz Mountains viticultural area overlooking Santa Clara Valley and San Francisco Bay. Along these foothills, in the mid 19th century, French settlers planted the first Cabernet vines in California. The climate and soils have proved ideal for the varietal. This excellent vintage produced a complex, full flavored wine. The tannins are firm yet round and should soften considerably by release. Despite its