Somm David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.3

This is my favorite Zinfindel blend from Ridge. I like it/them more with 8-10 years of bottle age. But this 2023 drank very well young. One of the best current releases I’ve had in a while. Fresh as it was very recently bottled! 93+ in time.

Sirloin Steak was tip top.

Pebble Beach Food & Wine 2025.

The ticket to this event has a pretty big price tag. But when you consider what a Napa etc. tasting or two and lunch would cost you, you are pretty much there and there is so much more than that. It ends up having great value. It’s wine, spirits and food candy land. — 6 months ago

Adam Kincaid

9.2

Probably still a little young, but otherwise a really great bottle. Dark transparent ruby, with a woody-er edge to it. Some cherry pie, herbs, baking spices and tar aromas. Strong structure, making it feel young. Pretty large body for an Oregon Pinot! Going to age well for awhile. — 8 months ago

with Jillian

Ericsson

9.3

This is a layered narrative of dark fruits, a dash of black pepper, and that unmistakable hint of smoky earth. And undeniably funky. It’s not just about boldness; it’s about a refined grit, a raw elegance that speaks of rugged vineyards and uncompromising craftsmanship. — 9 months ago

Donald Williams

9.3

First rate 100% Zinfandel. — 10 months ago

with Bonnie

Bobbi Jo Broxson

9.4

For a limited time, red meat Friday is back - surf & turf style. Decanted 2 hours. Smooth with a hint of underbrush. — 2 years ago

with Brian

Rhonely Boy

9.3

Fantastic, fruity, decant two hours or hold for a bit. Personally didn’t decant, and wine was still holding its own on day 3. — 4 years ago

Prescott Paulin

8.9

$21.83/btl — 6 years ago

Nicki McClung

8.9

Cheap and cheery! — 8 years ago

James Gonzalez

9.1

Excellent Chardonnay love it very fruity and aromatic highly recommend — 8 years ago

Michael Washabaugh

9.1

Paired well with a lamb, eggplant purée, fava beans, piquolo pepper. Would also pair with a medium rare magret duck or other game. — 10 years ago

Tracy Byrnes

9.6

Perfection. So glad I laid this one down. — 7 months ago

Sam Friedland

9.2

Very pleasant, soft tannins — 7 months ago

Joseph Barsky

9.6

2014 Vintage. Was a bit funky on opening but opens and lost that funk with air. Massive Syrah fruit and velvet mouthfeel. Great job Russell! — 8 months ago

Brendan Baker

9.3

Sweet red and black cherry fruit, wet leaves and sous bois, med body, med + acidity, long finish 😋 — 9 months ago

Jason

9.0

Good. Buy again — 10 months ago

Nik Kannan

9.3

2009 - Reasonably priced - very good bottle that paired with a rustic meal broccoli cheddar soup & a veggie sando on Dutch crunch very very well - if available definitely worth the buy and taste, probably 2 if available — 4 years ago

Maggie Harrison

9.4

yes, this is a photo of a computer image. tasted as part of a Mourvèdre wine group tasting via zoom, wines portioned into woozies. 2018v. super aromatic, raspberry/cranberry juice, fresh leather, violet. palate texture is silky, light but complex and flavorful, acid medium +, long tannins- just a bit of grip. fantastic — 5 years ago

Ed Lehrman

9.1

A little heavier than I remember but fully mature and fun to drink with friends. — 7 years ago

Jeffrey Long

9.2

Bright Pinot sunshine. — 8 years ago

with Craig

Christopher Beatty

9.0

Full flavor. Not too jammy. — 9 years ago

carl thornblade

8.9

Nice but subdued overall. Expected more for the price. — 7 months ago

Rich Bluth

9.2

drinking perfect now….16 years age — 7 months ago

Kayla Watson

9.0

Really good and smooth. Very drinkable with or without food — 8 months ago

Eric Urbani

9.3

In mag and drinking well, could go several years more. Everyone loved it. — 9 months ago

Jeremiah Diaz

8.9

Medium ruby in color; black cherries, plums, and cedar on the nose; medium plus acidity; medium tannins, but smooth; tastes like blackberries, cherries, and a hint of bell pepper witha long finish. Not as complex as I would like, but pretty good. — 2 years ago

John Dykstra

9.0

Pen ink? People keep saying that about wine. Sure. Pen ink. A nice spice — 4 years ago

Neil Valenzuela

9.2

Medium ruby color. Aromas of dried red fruit, savory herbs and chalky minerals. Amazing black cherry on the palate soft, black tea tannins gives it a nice dry finish. — 6 years ago

Megan

9.0

I usually tend toward Pinot Noir, but when I want something just a bit bolder, Gamay hits the spot. I have really been enjoying this 2015 vintage. — 7 years ago

Jack Hagler

9.4

Heavier tannins – nice. Velvety. Tobacco, leather, earthy blueberries. Long finish making me want more, more, more. This is a repeat. — 8 years ago

with Carol

Stephen Sparks

9.6

Amazing vintage. Amazing wine — 11 years ago