Ericsson

9.0

Ridge Vineyards Wine Mixer at Thyme Restaurant — 5 months ago

Robert Stackowiak

9.1

Blend of 76 percent Zinfandel with 16 percent Carignane, 6 percent Petit Syrah, 2 percent Alicante Bouschet. Blackberry, plum and some earthiness on the palate. February 2026. — 5 months ago

John Malcolm

9.2

A powerful Zin. Tasting dark cherries, blueberries, chocolate, and a bit of spice. — 6 months ago

B Young

9.0

Very Good ..... Buy again at Total Wine — 7 months ago

Brada

9.0

Very dark with a robust taste. I would buy it again. — 8 months ago

Rodrigo Duarte

9.4

Maravilhoso! — 8 months ago

romo

9.1

Called Beaujolais. Fruit bomb. — 9 months ago

Gareth Kitching

9.0

My old chap cried a single tear of gooey joy drinking this beauty. — 7 years ago

Shawn R

9.3

Delish with a 2 hour decant. Pairs well with chipotle bison burgers. — 8 years ago

Mike Viscosi

9.6

Fruity and smooth. Nice for a dinner wine — 10 years ago

Donna Litvin

9.4

I love this Old Vine bottle: perfect for a summer evening! And I like a spicy Zin: what's the point w/o the spice? — 12 years ago

Collin Clark

9.3

It’s a winner? Yea — 4 months ago

Jason Meneses

9.2

Wow, so big, so fruity, a bit sugary. It’s old school cool, like a true OG CA Zinfandel. — 5 months ago

Dawn E.

9.0

This is delicious!
😋. Wine Enthusiast gave this a 94! Presents with boysenberry, black licorice, blackberries, tar, garrique,...a lot going on in this glass! — 6 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. — 8 months ago

Perry Atha

9.2

Wonderful Zin- enjoying the 2013 vintage- hint of tobacco - pairing with Salmon - Brisket- will definitely try again — 4 years ago

Lori Peterson

9.0

Bold!! Great bottle of a unique and memorable wine. The bourbon barrel aging provided a layer of sweet smooth hints of spirits. Very enjoyable. — 7 years ago

Dimes

8.9

Not worth its weight in gold nor wine. Over priced but I’d pay for the label all day everyday. Hahaha the French are annoying — 8 years ago

Mike Bledsoe

9.6

One of my favorites — 11 years ago

Michael Shonblom

9.3

Sweet, fruity, mild spices that sustain. Holds its own — 13 years ago

Kent Wessels

9.4

Had at bite and third and main — 4 months ago

Mariko

9.0

Earthy and peppery. — 5 months ago

Brian S

9.1

This wine was an absolute beast, it's more like 16.5 abv but was still in control you could taste fruit, had deeper notes but balanced. Not my style but a glass will make me happy. — 6 months ago

Steve Rura

8.9

End of my Broc holiday shipment. Light and very tart zin. Blackberry, plum, and craisins. A bit of earthy spiciness, and faint char on the nose. 12.5% abv. With Gouda and mini toasts. One last indulgence before going back to the daily grind. — 6 months ago

joy horn

9.0

Bought at Seghesio 10/2025. Always a great go to wine. Full bodied, full fruit, balanced with tannins. — 8 months ago

Neal Krishna Devaraj

9.1

Very tasty — 9 months ago

Paul Pigott

9.3

Bold red color, ruby at the edges fade to dark deep red in the middle of the glass. Earthy off the nose. Big taste, super smooth finish and extremely drinkable. Drink now, or 10 years from now, this is great! — 5 years ago

Lynn Derbyshire

9.0

Rich, thick, smooth, just yummy!!! A smoky essence that was surprising. Had it with grilled chicken and tomatillo salsa. Divine. would be awesome with a steak or lamb. 8/10/18 — 8 years ago

Allison Bothley

9.1

Yummy. Would drink again. Great for a glass. — 8 years ago

Monica Lo

9.1

Like drinking chocolate — 11 years ago