Hidden Ridge
Hidden Ridge Impassable Mountain Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (55% Slope)
Red wine
4.5
Expert Rating
4.5
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Hidden Ridge Impassable Mountain Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is a premium wine produced by Hidden Ridge Vineyard, a renowned winery located in the Mayacamas Mountains of Sonoma County, California. The vineyard is situated on steep slopes with a 55% gradient, which makes it one of the most challenging vineyards to farm in the region. The wine is made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, which are handpicked and carefully selected to ensure the highest quality. The winemaking process involves a combination of traditional and modern techniques, including aging in French oak barrels for 22 months. The resulting wine is a full-bodied, complex, and elegant Cabernet Sauvignon with rich flavors of blackberry, cassis, and dark chocolate, and a long, smooth finish. It is a perfect choice for wine enthusiasts who appreciate the art of winemaking and the unique terroir of the Mayacamas Mountains.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Hidden Ridge Impassable Mountain Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is a complex and bold expression of the varietal, offering an intense and concentrated bouquet of blackberries and cassis, with hints of violets, dark chocolate, and espresso.On the palate, full-bodied tannins and a long, lingering finish create a wine that is both powerful and enjoyable. The 55% slope of the vineyard imparts a heightened minerality, adding a unique, earthy character to this exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2052
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Searing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
High
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Cabernet Sauvignon
ORIGINS
Winery: Hidden Ridge
Region: Napa
Nestled in the heart of California, USA, Napa is a renowned wine region that has been producing some of the world's finest wines for over 150 years. With its stunning scenery, unique climate and diverse topography, Napa is a paradise for wine lovers.
The history of winemaking in Napa dates back to the mid-19th century, when a group of European immigrants settled in the area and began planting vineyards. By the late 19th century, Napa had become a major wine-producing region, with a number of wineries producing high-quality wines. Today, Napa is one of the most important wine regions in the world, with over 400 wineries producing some of the finest wines in the world.CUSTOMER RATING
4.5
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