Cathy Gilbert

8.9

Enjoyed this bottle from our 2022 trip to Paso Robles. — 4 months ago

romo

9.1

Kind of correct, surprisingly. Super-drinkable at maturity. — 8 months ago

Melissa Hunyadi

9.6

I’m getting citrus and fruity notes from this one. I am surprised I like this. It has a light body and is easy to drink. Yay — 2 years ago

with Kelsey

Byron Hewett

9.1

Pretty good. Blend of Grenache Blanc, Picpoul and Viognier. Tasted a tad sweet. Tasty. — 3 years ago

Michael Walker

9.8

OG store wine recco - not bad, solid fruit but not jammy, a little acidic but opened up nicely. Good value; Decent quaffing zin. Continue to be super bullish Paso Robles — 5 years ago

Richie Davies

9.0

Has really mellowed - delicious — 6 years ago

Joe Davant

9.2

I was really impressed with how Whitcraft was able to make wines that were light in color and body while still having depth and complexity. Fantastic nose on this wine. — 7 years ago

Amanda Drazka

8.9

This California Chardonnay offers warm notes of butter with green apple and vanilla. It is full bodied with a long smooth finish. — 5 months ago

Alyssa Hague

9.5

Great Cab from Paso Robles. Full bodied, but had pleasant notes of fruit. Gifted from Joan & Jen — 2 years ago

"Odedi"

9.1

This 5 year old Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon is drinking very nicely now.

Full bodied with medium acidity.

Dry and fruity on the palate with blackberries, black currants, plums, cooked cherries, oak, vanilla, licorice, spices, tobacco chocolates, coffee and peppercorn.

Nice finish with fine grained tannins and tangy cherries.

Showing nice complexity with a nice mouthfeel.

Good right out of the bottle and good by itself or with food.

A blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Malbec and 5% Petit Verdot. Aged for 16 months in French Oak barrels.

14.6% alcohol by volume.

91 points.

$42. — 3 years ago

Clark Riley

9.5

Excellent fruit/Berry tones with a dry super finish. — 5 years ago

Jonathan Shoup

9.0

Red fruits, spicy and delicious. She really likes it though... — 6 years ago

with Jennifer

Jeremy Shanker

Sommelier at RN74

9.0

Richer style than expected but great nonetheless. Stone fruit for days — 7 years ago

Neal Ferry

8.9

Great for a fish place — 7 years ago

with TwiLea

Jp

9.0

Would recommend this to anyone. — 7 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

10

Ridge Vineyards – Zinfandel – 2023
Benito Dusi Ranch – Paso Robles – USA 🇺🇸

Overview
An extraordinary single-vineyard Zinfandel from one of the most historic and consistent sites in Paso Robles. The 2023 vintage delivers depth, purity, and that unmistakable Dusi Ranch character—old-vine concentration wrapped in Ridge’s signature balance and finesse. This bottling remains one of the benchmark Zinfandels in California.

Aromas & Flavors
Blackberry compote, ripe plum, and raspberry preserve with accents of warm spice, licorice, dried herbs, and a touch of cracked pepper. Subtle cocoa and cedar from restrained oak play in the background.

Mouthfeel
Full-bodied and richly textured, yet never heavy. Juicy acidity energizes the palate while fine, structured tannins keep everything focused. Long, plush, and satisfyingly powerful.

Food Pairings
BBQ ribs, grilled lamb chops, wood-fired pizza, smoky brisket, or aged Gouda.

Verdict
A stellar expression of old-vine Paso Robles Zinfandel, opulent, balanced, and deeply flavorful. A true standout in Ridge’s portfolio.

Did You Know?
The Dusi family has farmed this vineyard for generations, and Ridge has made wine from the site since 1967. These old vines consistently produce some of the most character-rich Zinfandel in the state, making Benito Dusi one of Ridge’s most iconic single-vineyard bottlings.

🍷 Personal Pick Highlight
This sits at the very top of my favorite Zinfandels, extraordinary from start to finish, and a reminder of why Ridge continues to define the category. — 7 months ago

Christy

9.5

Williquors. Nice cab! Would buy again — 4 years ago

Brian Franke

9.4

An amazing cherry focused blend. A bit young but opens up over time. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, tannat. — 5 years ago

with Sara

Chin Okoro

9.1

Ripe sweet red fruit on the nose- beautifully aromatic and long lasting. Notes of red berries and vanilla. One of the best carb francs. I have had yet — 6 years ago