Of the Northridge Vineyard, Charles Smith says:
Loamy, fine sand over silica limestone, these ancient soils above the Missoula Flood plain are some of the best to grow fruit. This site is higher elevation and has cooler evenings, which creates later ripening, lots of minerality, and concentration. A hidden gem!
This 2021 vintage is his top-rated ever.
Wine Advocate 93:
The 2021 Barbera Cervo Northridge Vineyard is juicy, fresh and plummy with ripe aromas of black cherry and hints of dusty florals. Full-bodied, fresh and juicy, the wine offers a spicy and succulent mouthfeel on the palate and concludes with a bright, focused finish that will remain food friendly for over a decade.
