Ridge Klein Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

Ridge Klein Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 is a red wine from the Klein vineyard on Monte Bello Ridge, lower on the mountain, where the difference between day and night temperatures is greater than higher up. In 2016 Ridge chose a small number of barrels with enough distinct character to be bottled separately. It is made from 100% organically grown Cabernet Sauvignon, harvested between 19 and 21 September and fermented with native yeasts. It went through natural malolactic fermentation and spent 18 months in 100% new, air-dried American oak. Cassis and blackberry lead the nose, with violets, black olive and spice. The palate is concentrated, with dark mountain fruit, firm acidity and velvety tannins, and oak adds structure and spice to a long finish.