Switchback Ridge: Merlot
Peterson Family Vineyard | Calistoga, Napa
Valley |90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon | Aged 16 months in 100% French
Oak A ripe and vibrant Merlot with red currant and cassis aromas
leading to ripe berry and mocha flavors. Perfectly integrated and even across
the palate with beautifully balanced fine tannins. A sweet, lush middle
is lifted by bright acidity and gently gripping finish. 776 cases made.
Switchback Ridge: Petit Syrah
Calistoga, Napa Valley 100% Petit Sirah Cases produced: 448 Aging: 14 months;
mostly neutral “Intense boysenberry and black fruit extract with mouth-filling
viscosity and vibrant natural acidity. This massive beauty still retains
expressive grace with a long, complex finish.” - Bob Foley, Winemaker
2013 92 points, Wine Spectator /2012
94 points
Wine Spectator 94 points Robert
Parker
Switchback Ridge: Cabernet Sauvignon
Peterson Family
Vineyard | Calistoga, Napa Valley |100% Cabernet Sauvignon | Aged 16 months in
100% French
A deeply concentrated and powerful Cabernet Sauvignon with great depth,
structure and beautiful balance. Layers of Bing cherry, blackberry and cassis
are intermingled with subtle hints of black licorice, espresso and sandalwood.
The flavors expand on your palate and gain intensity before they give way to a
long, endless finish. A perfect combination of fruit intensity, bright acidity
and silky tannin structure for early enjoyment and long term cellaring. 96 points/ 2012 96 pts. ~ Robert Parker, eRobertParker.com #215,
Oct.