We are not a Zinfandel fans, but Ridge produces a stellar example.
Pop'd and poured and this bad boy was singing from the get-go. It has a fresh, opulent perfume.
On the palette, loads of cherries and ripe red fruits. Tannins are pronounced. Finishes long and sweet. Zinfandel with a sprinkle of petite syrah (which adds an upright structure). Neither lithe or cloying, this is a wonderful wine.
Day 2 - The wine has stood still. It has slightly relaxed, but the acid, tannins and texture are just like they were yesterday. I'm impressed!
We are not a Zinfandel fans, but Ridge produces a stellar example.
Pop'd and poured and this bad boy was singing from the get-go. It has a fresh, opulent perfume.
On the palette, loads of cherries and ripe red fruits. Tannins are pronounced. Finishes long and sweet. Zinfandel with a sprinkle of petite syrah (which adds an upright structure). Neither lithe or cloying, this is a wonderful wine.
Day 2 - The wine has stood still. It has slightly relaxed, but the acid, tannins and texture are just like they were yesterday. I'm impressed!
Jun 4th, 2016Very delicate note of redcurrants and linze torte.
The palette is concentrated, but not overly extracted. Super weight and texture. Nice upright tannins, finishing with blackcurrants and a hint of cinnamon.
Very delicate note of redcurrants and linze torte.
The palette is concentrated, but not overly extracted. Super weight and texture. Nice upright tannins, finishing with blackcurrants and a hint of cinnamon.
Apr 20th, 2016
Delicious rich vineyard ripe zin typical of Ridge’s Sonoma offerings. Deep inky purple though petite Sirah is a minor component or the wine would be even deeper and nearly opaque. Fruit is a little understated surprisingly even after finishing the bottle on day two. I will be more patient with e second bottle and give it a couple years.
Delicious rich vineyard ripe zin typical of Ridge’s Sonoma offerings. Deep inky purple though petite Sirah is a minor component or the wine would be even deeper and nearly opaque. Fruit is a little understated surprisingly even after finishing the bottle on day two. I will be more patient with e second bottle and give it a couple years.
Feb 16th, 2020
Much better than the Pagani Ranch zin. Balanced. Dark fruits, graphite, and spice. Very good.
Much better than the Pagani Ranch zin. Balanced. Dark fruits, graphite, and spice. Very good.
Aug 30th, 2017
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
