Red Blends from Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County, California

Winemaker Notes

Rich blackberry and plum on the nose with notes of aniseed. Full-bodied with dark bramble fruit and well-coated tannins on the palate. The long finish reveals layers of black licorice and dried sage.

Wine Enthusiast – 97 Points

This seamless, polished but also firm and well-structured wine achieves power with grace. Wonderful black fig, black olive and plump blackberry flavors ride a full body backed by good, well-integrated tannins. This classic from Ridge’s Sonoma County property consists of 79% Zinfandel plus 11% Petite Sirah and 10% Carignan.

Food Pairing

Pairs well with butchers steak with red wine reduction, smoked goat cheese crema, and walnuts, classic beef bourguignon, and grilled lamb chops with potatoes and sorrels.