We use cookies for analytics and to improve our site. You agree to our use of cookies by closing this message box or continuing to use our site. To find out more, including how to change your settings, see our Cookie Policy.
Dismiss

Ridge Vineyards

Monte Bello Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

9.470 ratings
9.425 pro ratings
Santa Cruz Mountains, San Francisco Bay, California, USA
Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Salami & Prosciutto, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Blue Cheese, Onion

Explore related

Ridge VineyardsSanta Cruz Mountains, San Francisco BayCabernet Franc
Top Notes For
Alex Lallos

Owner No Limit Fine Wines, Private Wine Consultant

9.0

Nose of moss, dill and bark bramble fruit. A little hard on the palate it very nice nevertheless.

Nose of moss, dill and bark bramble fruit. A little hard on the palate it very nice nevertheless.

Jul 16th, 2020
Elizabeth
7.0

Dried black fruits, m+ tannins, m acidity. Flavors of an old wine but not really integrating. Not a fan!

Dried black fruits, m+ tannins, m acidity. Flavors of an old wine but not really integrating. Not a fan!

Dec 7th, 2019
George Chen
9.4

Wow...2000 really drinking! Lots of complexity

Wow...2000 really drinking! Lots of complexity

Dec 28th, 2017
Peter Marks

Master of Wine, Educator Constellation Brands

9.6

Amazingly rich and silky seductive. Cedar, earth, black currant, bay leaf and dried cherry. At the peak of perfection but should easily hold another 5-10 years.

Amazingly rich and silky seductive. Cedar, earth, black currant, bay leaf and dried cherry. At the peak of perfection but should easily hold another 5-10 years.

Dec 26th, 2016
Jeff D.
9.7

In a great place...bursting with spicy, rich stewed raspberry fruit with a sultry finish. All around great wine, despite being in a 375mL. Wish it was a 500mL, could use another few sips of it.

In a great place...bursting with spicy, rich stewed raspberry fruit with a sultry finish. All around great wine, despite being in a 375mL. Wish it was a 500mL, could use another few sips of it.

Nov 14th, 2016
BurgundyFan
9.5

Great wine, it was balanced, long finish, excellent with food

Great wine, it was balanced, long finish, excellent with food

Oct 8th, 2016
Lee Lightfoot
8.6

A little too much Brett and iron for my palate. Far too mature. Only 1998 is worse in recent history of tasting.

A little too much Brett and iron for my palate. Far too mature. Only 1998 is worse in recent history of tasting.

Jun 4th, 2016
Martin Redmond
9.2

Slightly bricking with a savory dried red fruit, earthy, cedar, and cigar box character. Delightful!

Slightly bricking with a savory dried red fruit, earthy, cedar, and cigar box character. Delightful!

May 24th, 2016
Jackson Rohrbaugh
9.5

@ridgevineyards well this is drinking well!

@ridgevineyards well this is drinking well!

Feb 26th, 2015
Reilly Brock
9.3

Somehow the host whipped this out as an after dinner drink... Not complaining! Opens up beautifully

Somehow the host whipped this out as an after dinner drink... Not complaining! Opens up beautifully

Nov 9th, 2014