Reviews & Ratings

2022 Pine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon "The Travelers Series"

Winery: Pine Ridge

Vintage: 2022

Wine Name/Vineyard: "The Travelers Series"

Wine Category: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape blend: 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Petit Sirah, 6% Zinfandel, 5% Merlot, 2% Malbec & 1% Cabernet Franc

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: California

State or country: CA

Price: $40

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 91 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (91)

Review date: September 20, 2024

Wine Review: This very dark ruby colored Cabernet Sauvignon based mid-tier wine from Pine Ridge opens with black currant and stony minerality bouquet with hints of stewed black plum. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, round, easy to drink and gentle. The flavor profile is a fruit forward black currant and black cherry blend with notes of black licorice and black pepper. I also detected hints of clove, oak, and stony minerality. The finish is dry, and its fruit flavors are nicely sustained. This Cab is a crowd-pleaser and was liked by all that tried it. I would pair it with a messy rack of Memphis styled ribs. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Aromas of bright fruit flavors of wild cherry, strawberry, and fig primarily fill up the glass layered with sweet vanilla and brown sugar in the background. "Travelers" has a bright entry layered with quince paste, a lush midpalate, followed by a mouthwatering firm tannin finish. Enjoy over the next 10 years. Food Pairings: With layers of fruit and firm tannins, this wine is a natural pairing with grilled meats and fire-roasted vegetables, and fowl cooked over an open fire.

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