Pine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

In 1978 Gary and Nancy Andrus founded Pine Ridge Vineyards on roughly 50 acres in Napa’s famous Stags Leap District, planting Cabernet Sauvignon on steep, terraced hillsides set among pine‑lined ridges. Tom Cottrell became the first winemaker.
Inspired by the wines of Bordeaux, the Andrus’ aimed to craft powerful yet elegant red wines—thus beginning Pine Ridge’s signature style.
Over time, the estate expanded to around 160 acres across five premier AVAs: Stags Leap District, Howell Mountain, Oakville, Rutherford, and Carneros.
They diversified their portfolio beyond Cabernet, including Merlot, Petite Verdot, Chardonnay, and a distinctive Rhône‑style Chenin Blanc + Viognier blend.
In 1993 Andrus expanded into Oregon, founding Archery Summit.
Today, the winery is owned by Crimson Wine Group, which purchased it in 2000. Nine years later, Gary Andrus passed away.

Josh Widaman is currently the estate winemaker. Widaman has produced 90+ ratings on over 90% of all wines made in his career, including Wine Spectator’s #1 Wine of the Year in 2016 with Lewis Cellars.
“My path to winemaking started with a wine that left a lasting impression [a 1997 Pahlmeyer Merlot] that I use as inspiration in every wine I create,” Widaman emphasizes.
Pine Ridge is Napa Green‑certified, integrating sustainable practices—from erosion control to water conservation, soil care, solar panels, and reduced‑weight glass bottles. They aim for carbon neutrality and support the International Wineries for Climate Action. Continue reading “Pine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2022”