Pine Ridge Sauvignon Blanc North Coast

Pine Ridge Sauvignon Blanc North Coast is a California white that bridges vivid tropical fruit with mineral structure, sourced from vineyards spanning Napa, Sonoma, and Mendocino counties. The wine shows pale gold in the glass and delivers pineapple, kiwi, mandarin, and apricot on the nose, layered with limestone minerality and hints of delicate gardenia. Pine Ridge crafts this expression to showcase the breadth of North Coast terroir, balancing varietal intensity with the restraint that comes from coastal fog and volcanic soils. Pine Ridge Vineyards was founded in Napa Valley in 1978 and has spent four decades refining its understanding of California's diverse growing regions. For this Sauvignon Blanc, the winery draws fruit from multiple North Coast appellations, each contributing a different dimension: Napa Valley brings weight and tropical richness, Sonoma adds herbaceous lift and minerality, and Mendocino offers bright acidity and aromatic intensity. The wine sees partial barrel fermentation in neutral oak, which adds a creamy vanilla texture without overwhelming the fruit, then ages on lees to build body and persistence. The palate opens with key lime pie, creamy vanilla, and meringue notes, all supported by bright acidity that keeps the wine lively despite its full weight. The finish is long and mineral-driven, with that limestone character from the nose carrying through to the close. This is a Sauvignon Blanc built for food: pair it with seared scallops, ceviche, goat cheese salad, or grilled chicken with lemon and herbs. It also works beautifully as a summer porch sipper, especially when served well-chilled on a warm Lincoln Park evening. Available for pickup at Off Premise Chicago, 1128 W Armitage Ave in Lincoln Park, with local Chicago delivery and nationwide shipping.