Daniel Sullivan

9.5

Clean, classic, Bordelaise style cab:) Many years of maturity yet to be attained. — 2 months ago

Rufus King

9.2

Smooth French sparkling white with clean finish, served at Bates College reception at the Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) in Boston — 2 years ago

Joe Hakim

9.7

Exceptional. — 4 years ago

Tom Garland

9.0

Very yummy Mediterranean family style lunch from Ashes & Diamonds chef, wines are restrained and just OK... nice pours with the lunch though!!!!

2018 semillion-savignon blanc
2017 cab franc
2018 red hen cab sav
2018 bates ranch mountain cuvee
2017 mountain peak cab sav
2017 estate merlot — 4 years ago

with Brenda

Freddy R. Troya

9.2

Ridge Vineyards – Cabernet Sauvignon Blend – 2023
Bates Ranch · Fellom Ranch · Monte Bello · Vidovich Vineyards – Santa Cruz Mountains – USA 🇺🇸

Overview
A beautifully balanced mountain Cabernet blend with a composition of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, and 4% Petit Verdot that showcases Ridge’s signature restraint. The 2023 vintage delivers intensity without excess, deep, structured fruit framed by refreshing acidity and lifted aromatics. A wonderfully clear expression of the Santa Cruz Mountains’ cool-climate character.

Aromas & Flavors
Blackcurrant, plum, and wild blackberry layered with graphite, cedar, dried sage, and faint tobacco leaf. Hints of violet, cocoa, and mountain herbs add nuance as it opens.

Mouthfeel
Medium to full-bodied with refined tannins, bright natural acidity, and a mineral-driven core. Concentrated yet composed, power without heaviness. The finish is long, savory, and clean.

Food Pairings
Grilled ribeye, rosemary lamb, roasted mushrooms, beef tenderloin, or aged cheeses like Comté or Cheddar.

Verdict
A lovely, balanced, and quietly intense Cabernet that delivers depth without going over the top. This is classic Ridge, mountain purity, elegance, and quiet power.

Did You Know?
Ridge sources this wine from four historic high-elevation vineyards, Bates, Fellom, Monte Bello, and Vidovich, all influenced by ocean-cooled nights and fractured limestone soils. These sites consistently produce Cabernets with structure and freshness uncommon in California. — a month ago

Rufus King

9.0

Jammy Margaux at reunion at Bates College — 4 years ago

Paco Suro

8.9

Solid. Not as bold as the last vintage I had but I like it. — 4 years ago

Brian Kostreba

9.0

It’s a low alcohol cab at 12.9% closer to a Bordeaux. Very nice fruit and the tannins complement the finish. Great winery to visit. — 2 years ago

Carter White

9.5

Sweet red fruit, woodsy with some spice, great concentration, power, and length. — 3 years ago

Rufus King

9.4

Crisp Champagne at President’s reception at Bates College — 4 years ago