The Story
Jack and Ruthie Rydman moved to Oakville in 1973 with their
three sons, Jeffrey, Michael, and Christopher. In 1999 they planted two acres
of their property on Oakville Cross Road with 2100 Cabernet Sauvignon vines.
The Oakville AVA produces many of the most prized Cabs in the Napa Valley. As
expected, their vines produced exceptional fruit which they sold to nearby
wineries. In 2005, because the fruit was of such high quality, they decided to
go into the wine business themselves with the help of their sons. They chose
the name "Oakville Cross" designating the location of their vineyard.
Their premiere release has been met with rave reviews making their decision to
make the leap from grower to vintner all the more sweet.
