Ridge Vineyards

Jimsomare Vineyard Zinfandel

9.037 ratings
8.913 pro ratings
California, USA
Zinfandel
Top Notes For
Will Thomas

Old Bordeaux on the nose, old zin mouthfeel. Interesting, but might be getting close to the edge.

Old Bordeaux on the nose, old zin mouthfeel. Interesting, but might be getting close to the edge.

Mar 10th, 2017
Will Thomas

Caught it at an awkward time... Higher toned fruit, medium body, mellow acid. Just a little disjointed right now, alcohol comes through pretty strong.

Caught it at an awkward time... Higher toned fruit, medium body, mellow acid. Just a little disjointed right now, alcohol comes through pretty strong.

Dec 26th, 2014
Ted Kizor

Excellent.

Excellent.

Oct 5th, 2014
James Parker Huston, CWE

Sommelier Charlie Palmer

8.4

Still interesting. Called 74 North Coast Zin.

Still interesting. Called 74 North Coast Zin.

Sep 9th, 2014
Pooneet K

Very nice ridge zin - higher altitude from their Monte bello property. Was looking for something to pair with chicken thighs marinated in a peruvian style and this definitely fit the bill. Nice fruit on the nose and palate, but not remotely jammy. Definitely a bite of tannins on the finish. At 13.5% this was very nice with a slight chill. Good reminder to look for more zin - at least if not a 15%+ bruiser.

Very nice ridge zin - higher altitude from their Monte bello property. Was looking for something to pair with chicken thighs marinated in a peruvian style and this definitely fit the bill. Nice fruit on the nose and palate, but not remotely jammy. Definitely a bite of tannins on the finish. At 13.5% this was very nice with a slight chill. Good reminder to look for more zin - at least if not a 15%+ bruiser.

Aug 6th, 2023
Austin Ferrari

Wine Director Hillside Supper Club

This wine drinks so amazingly!

This wine drinks so amazingly!

Aug 14th, 2016
Kevin Thalmann

2014 vintage. Nose is packed with exotic fruit, keeps giving. Better even on second night. On the palate the tannins are softening, can't wait to try this next year. Finish is a bit subdued but bouquet more than makes up for it. Always seek out this wine whenever Ridge releases it. A beautiful wine from the Monte Bello Ridge.

2014 vintage. Nose is packed with exotic fruit, keeps giving. Better even on second night. On the palate the tannins are softening, can't wait to try this next year. Finish is a bit subdued but bouquet more than makes up for it. Always seek out this wine whenever Ridge releases it. A beautiful wine from the Monte Bello Ridge.

Oct 18th, 2020
Yi-Fen Li

Delicious paired with reverse-seared ribeye, umami mashed potato, roasted purple brussels, blistered shishito peppers

Delicious paired with reverse-seared ribeye, umami mashed potato, roasted purple brussels, blistered shishito peppers

Jan 22nd, 2020
Brendan Baker

Still very fresh and vibrant at age 26. Red and black fruits, bramble, nice acidity, long finish 😋👌

Still very fresh and vibrant at age 26. Red and black fruits, bramble, nice acidity, long finish 😋👌

Jun 16th, 2019
Frank Lin

Great balance of fruit and fragrance.

Great balance of fruit and fragrance.

Nov 23rd, 2018