Pine Ridge Vineyards
2018 Cabernet Sauvignon
"4x5"
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 24 | Lot No. 19
Vintage: 2018
Pine Ridge Vineyards
Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley
20 cases produced
Highlights
- Classically balanced wine presenting an elegant expression of the stunning 2018 vintage
- Crafted from our estate vineyards across four of Napa Valley’s most renowned nested appellations
- An artful blend of the five classic red wine varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot
- 4x5 provides winemaker Michael Beaulac the opportunity to showcase a blend of prized lots
Description
Classically balanced wine presenting an elegant expression of the stunning 2018 vintage. An ideal climate of even temperatures throughout the summer and fall produced delicious grapes that show true varietal character and signature Napa Valley characteristics of dark berries and red cherry fruit, along with a velvety texture. The 2018 is a wine that has the structure to last, so it may be enjoyed upon release or cellared for enjoyment at a later date.
Wine Facts
- Sustainably produced
- Wine is 100% estate grown and bottled
- Wine is produced in a Napa Green winery
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."
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| Maxville Lake Winery | 2016 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Chiles Valley District | 23 (2019) | |
| PEJU | 2016 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | 60/40 Heart & Soul | 22 (2018) |
| Grgich Hills Estate | 2016 | Chardonnay | Los Carneros | 40 Years of Miracles | 21 (2017) |
| Groth Vineyards & Winery | 2015 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Sweet Spot | 21 (2017) |
| Terlato Vineyards | 2015 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Cuvee Five | 21 (2017) |
| Mount Veeder Winery | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | 20 (2016) | |
| Yao Family Wines | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 20 (2016) | |
| Peter Paul Wines | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder | Where’s Mary? | 19 (2015) |
| Miner Family Winery | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 18 (2014) | |
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| Franciscan Estate | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Lot 240 | 17 (2013) |
| William Hill Estate Winery | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 17 (2013) | |
| Promise | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 16 (2012) | |
| Silverado Vineyards | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stags Leap District | SOLO | 16 (2012) |
| Terlato Family Vineyards | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | Rutherford Reflection | 16 (2012) |
| Terra Valentine | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Spring Mountain District | The Crown Jewel | 16 (2012) |
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)