{"title":"Obsidian Ridge","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"obsidian-ridge-cabernet-sauvignon-2022","title":"Obsidian Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObsidian Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 750ml, 15.0% ABV Cabernet-dominant red from the Red Hills Lake County AVA in California. Grown at 2,640 feet atop the Mayacamas range on volcanic soils threaded with black obsidian rock, this wine draws its distinctive mineral signature directly from the earth beneath the vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 15.0%  |  Origin: Red Hills Lake County, California  |  Vintage: 2022  |  Producer: Obsidian Wine Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eObsidian Ridge Vineyard sits at one of the highest elevations in Lake County, where extreme diurnal temperature swings—hot days followed by cool mountain nights—allow fruit to develop deep concentration while retaining natural acidity. The 2022 vintage is a blend of 92% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Malbec, 2% Petite Sirah, 1% Petit Verdot, and 1% Syrah, aged for 15 months in 40% new Kádár barrels. Kádár is a Hungarian cooperage in the Tokaj region that Obsidian has owned for nearly three decades, giving the winery direct control over its oak sourcing and a house style built around the tighter grain and subtler toast profile of Tokaj oak rather than conventional French or American barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with freshly ground coffee and black pepper before shifting into a darker register of blackberry and red cherry. Underneath the fruit sits a floral lift and a faint mineral quality suggestive of the volcanic terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e On entry, concentrated dark fruit—mulberry and plum—spreads across the palate with real density. The mid-palate introduces dried oregano and chaparral notes, woven with cinnamon spice and dark chocolate. Silky, fine-grained tannins provide structure without heaviness, and the Tokaj oak integrates quietly rather than dominating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is medium-long with a leathery, savory edge and lingering blackberry. A mineral undertone persists, giving the wine a dry, almost stony close that invites another sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Obsidian Ridge\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a wine built for decanting and drinking at cellar temperature—45 to 60 minutes of air opens up the aromatics considerably. At 15% ABV with bold fruit and firm tannins, it holds its own in richer applications as well. A \u003cstrong\u003eCabernet-based Sangria\u003c\/strong\u003e benefits from the dark fruit core and spice notes. A \u003cstrong\u003eKalimotxo\u003c\/strong\u003e (red wine and cola) is an unconventional pairing, but the coffee and chocolate character meshes well with the cola's bitterness. For a modern wine cocktail, a \u003cstrong\u003eNew York Sour\u003c\/strong\u003e gains depth from the wine's volcanic mineral edge when floated on top of the whiskey base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with a grilled ribeye or braised short rib dinner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing someone to high-altitude California Cabernet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding a volcanic-terroir bottle to a wine collection focused on unique sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHosting a blind tasting of mountain-grown Cabernets versus valley-floor expressions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Obsidian Ridge taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2022 vintage delivers concentrated blackberry, mulberry, and plum flavors layered with dark chocolate, coffee, and dried herb notes. Fine tannins and a mineral backbone from volcanic soils give it structure without austerity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Obsidian Ridge compare to Napa Valley Cabernet?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both regions sit along the Mayacamas range, but Obsidian Ridge's 2,640-foot elevation in Red Hills Lake County produces a more overtly mineral, savory style with volcanic soil influence, whereas most Napa Valley floor Cabernets tend toward richer, softer fruit profiles at lower elevations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Obsidian Ridge good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes—its layered aromatics, balanced tannin structure, and mineral complexity reward careful attention on its own, especially after 45 to 60 minutes of decanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Obsidian Ridge made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Obsidian Ridge Vineyard is located in the Red Hills Lake County AVA in Northern California, planted atop the Mayacamas mountain range at approximately 2,640 feet elevation on volcanic soils containing black obsidian rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Obsidian Ridge?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grilled lamb chops work well with the herbal, peppery notes. Braised short ribs mirror the wine's dark fruit density. Aged Gouda or Manchego complement the leathery tannins. Mushroom risotto echoes the earthy, mineral undertones. Dark chocolate desserts align with the cocoa and coffee notes on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Obsidian Ridge come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard release is a 750ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Obsidian Ridge worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Obsidian Ridge positions as a mid-premium California Cabernet Sauvignon, and the combination of extreme-altitude viticulture, volcanic terroir, and proprietary Tokaj oak aging delivers a level of site-specific character that many comparably priced wines from more established appellations do not offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Obsidian Ridge?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe defining differentiator here is terroir in the most literal sense: vines rooted in volcanic soil studded with actual obsidian, at an elevation that few California vineyards can match. The exclusive use of Kádár cooperage barrels—sourced from a cooperage the producer has owned for nearly 30 years—gives Obsidian Ridge a house oak character distinct from the French and American barrel profiles that dominate California winemaking. The 2022 blend's five-varietal composition adds complexity without obscuring the Cabernet core. For drinkers interested in how altitude and geology shape wine flavor, this is one of the most transparent expressions of volcanic-terroir Cabernet available from California.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Obsidian Ridge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837615993001,"sku":"22950","price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Obsidian-Ridge-Cabernet-Sauvignon-2011__78699.jpg?v=1730488265"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/obsidian-ridge.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}