Pine Ridge Vineyards
2011 Cabernet Sauvignon
"5x5"
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 17 | Lot No. 63
Vintage: 2011
Pine Ridge Vineyards
Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley
5 cases produced
Description
Pine Ridge Vineyards 5x5 exemplifies the blending artistry that is possible utilizing our diverse palette of five classic Bordeaux varietals planted across five of Napa Valley's most renowned appellations. Pine Ridge is recognized for producing outstanding appellation-specific Cabernets, and 5x5 provides winemaker Michael Beaulac the opportunity to showcase a blend of prized lots from across 200 acres of estate vineyards in Stags Leap District, Rutherford, Oakville, Howell Mountain and Carneros.
Poised and balanced, this Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend calls on Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec to contribute complexity for a classic, elegant wine that will develop beautifully in the bottle and age gracefully into the future.
Wine Facts
- Sustainably produced
- Wine is 100% estate grown and bottled
Tasting Chart
| bone dry |
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very sweet |
| light body |
|
very full bodied |
| soft, gentle |
|
very crisp |
| no tannins |
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heavy tannins |
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Michael Beaulac
Winemaker, Pine Ridge Vineyards
Michael Beaulac joined the Pine Ridge Vineyards team as General Manager and Winemaker in 2009. He has worked with some of the most highly regarded wineries in both Sonoma and Napa Valley, including St. Supery, Markham Vineyards and Murphy-Goode.
"We have 12 vineyards comprising 160 acres across five appellations, and all of the fruit is completely different," Michael says. "I was drawn to Pine Ridge by the interesting challenge of showcasing these differences both by creating individual, appellation-specific wines as well as balanced blends that combine the outstanding qualities of the different vineyards."
In his role, Michael oversees all grape growing and winemaking operations as well as facilities management at the winery. "With the winery's exceptional reputation and collection of estate vineyards, this position is a winemaker's dream. It's a pleasure to work with the seasoned team here to continue to produce classically proportioned wines that are the hallmark of Pine Ridge."
Country born: United States
Education: University of Vermont
University of Southern Maine
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
Looking toward his twenty-eighth harvest, Michael subscribes to a philosophy of producing wines of elegance, balance and intensity, which reflect the terroir of where the grapes are grown. He explains, "Our long relationship with the land, our appreciation for the nuanced traits of each vineyard and each variety, is intrinsic to our winemaking at Pine Ridge Vineyards."
Republic National Distributing Co.
6511 Tri County Parkway
Schertz TX 78154-3219
210-230-7256
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from Republic National Distributing Co.:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frank Family Vineyards | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Winston Hill Block 5 -Heart block | 24 (2020) |
| Starmont Winery & Vineyards | 2018 | Pinot Noir | Los Carneros | Stanly Ranch Estate | 24 (2020) |
| Whitehall Lane | 2018 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 24 (2020) | |
| Quilt Wines | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 23 (2019) | |
| St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery | 2017 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Louis XIV | 23 (2019) |
| CADE Estate Winery | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Howell Mountain | 20 (2016) | |
| Stag's Leap Wine Cellars | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | FAY Edge | 20 (2016) |
| St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 19 (2015) | |
| Pine Ridge Vineyards | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 5x5 | 17 (2013) |
| Twomey Cellars | 2011 | Merlot | Napa Valley | One | 17 (2013) |
| Hess Collection Winery | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | 15 (2011) | |
| HALL | 2008 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Sacrashe Vineyard - Block 2 | 14 (2010) |
| Atalon Winery | 2007 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | The Peers | 13 (2009) |
| Darioush | 2007 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Estate | 13 (2009) |
| Freemark Abbey | 2005 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Seven | 12 (2008) |
| HALL | 2006 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Exzellenz - Sacrashe Vineyard | 12 (2008) |
| Cuvaison Estate Wines | 1999 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 5 (2001) | |
| Franciscan Oakville Estate | 2000 | Cabernet/Merlot Blend | Oakville | Millennium Meritage | 5 (2001) |
| Cardinale | 1995 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 1 (1997) |
Winery Distribution
Pine Ridge Vineyards is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.
Domestic:
- Alabama (International Wines)
- Alaska (Specialty Imports)
- Arizona (RNDC)
- Arkansas (Southern Glazers)
- California (RNDC)
- Colorado (Winebow)
- Florida (RNDC)
- Georgia (RNDC)
- Hawaii (RNDC)
- Idaho (Greg Stein Beverage)
- Idaho (Moon River)
- Idaho (Golden Eagle)
- Illinois (Winebow)
- Iowa (Johnson Bros)
- Kentucky (RNDC)
- Louisiana (RNDC)
- Maine (Nappi)
- Maine (Pine State)
- Maryland (Winebow)
- Massachusetts (Ruby)
- Minnesota (Johnson Bros)
- Mississippi (International Wines)
- Missouri (Major Brands)
- Montana (Bronkon)
- Montana (Fun Beverage)
- Nevada (Southern Glazers)
- Nevada (Breakthru)
- New Jersey (Winebow)
- New Mexico (Southern Glazers)
- New York (Winebow)
- North Carolina (Winebow)
- Oregon (RNDC)
- Pennsylvania (The Wine Merchant)
- South Carolina (RNDC)
- South Dakota (Johnson Bros)
- Texas (RNDC)
- Wisconsin (Johnson Bros)
International:
- Australia (Boccaccio Cellars)
- Bermuda (Burrows Lightbourn)
- Canada - Alberta (Andrew Peller Imports)
- Canada - British Columbia (Andrew Peller Imports)
- Canada - Manitoba (Andrew Peller Imports)
- Canada - New Brunswick (Innovative Beverage)
- Canada - Newfoundland and Labrador (Innovative Beverage)
- Canada - Nova Scotia (Innovative Beverage)
- Canada - Ontario (Andrew Peller Imports)
- Canada - Prince Edward Island (Innovative Beverage)
- Canada - Quebec (Societe Roucet)
- Canada - Saskatchewan (Andrew Peller Imports)
- Caribbean (Fully represented - importer varies by country)
- China (California Wine & Co.)
- Denmark (Vinens Verden)
- Finland (Hedon)
- France (South World Wines SAS)
- Germany (Weinhandel Hans Peter Joeckel)
- Hong Kong (Via Pacifica)
- Indonesia (Jaddi Internasional)
- Japan (Mottox)
- Luxembourg (AmCellars)
- Mexico (ECM de Vinos)
- Norway (Fondberg)
- Poland (Mielzynski SP.Z.O.O.)
- Puerto Rico (Plaza Provision Company)
- Singapore (Pinnacles Wine & Spirits)
- South Korea (W.S. Trading Co.)
- Sweden (Johan Lidby)
- Switzerland (Zweifel Weine)
- Taiwan (Formosa)
- Thailand (Scheidegger Trading )
- United Kingdom (Liberty)