Ridge VineyardsEast Bench Zinfandel 2020

Product code: 13127
£43.65 inc VAT
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Country
Country: USA
Region
Region: California
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Dry Creek Valley
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.9%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Zinfandel
Grape: 100% Zinfandel
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Country
Country: USA
Region
Region: California
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Dry Creek Valley
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.9%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Zinfandel
Grape: 100% Zinfandel

Product Notes

Ridge Vineyards East Bench Zinfandel is a premium American wine that showcases remarkable depth and complexity. It is made from 100% organically grown Zinfandel grapes from the East Bench vineyard in California. The wine's robust flavour profile is characterised by its dark fruit and spice notes, presenting hints of blackberry, black cherry, and warm spices. The palate reveals prominently balanced acidity and firm tannins, resulting in a profoundly structured and elegant wine. Often commended for its longevity, it is a worthy addition to any wine enthusiast's collection. A true testament to premium Californian Zinfandel.

Tasting Notes

Raspberry, fig with notes of vanilla on the nose. Flavors of plum and black olive give way to well coated tannins and black olive in the lingering finish

About the Winery

Ridge Vineyards

Situated in the heart of California’s wine country, Ridge Vineyards is a distinguished winery renowned for producing top-notch vintages. Highly regarded for their dedication to maintaining high quality standards and their unwavering commitment to sustainable farming, they effortlessly blend innovation with traditional winemaking practices.

The winery’s storied past dates to 1885, with the establishment of the first vineyard on Monte Bello Ridge. Over the years, their extensive acreage has expanded, flourishing under the Californian sun to cultivate a myriad of grape varietypes. It was in 1962, under the stewardship of a Stanford University alumnus, that the modern Ridge Vineyards took root. From then on, the winery has focused on producing single-vineyard vintages, firmly establishing themselves as a true trailblazer in the industry.

The rich terroir, warm climate, and gentle slope of the vineyards produce grapes of unparalleled quality. This coupled with groundbreaking techniques, have led to the creation of elegant wines with a balance unique to Ridge Vineyards. The winery's esteemed selection ranges from robust Zinfandels, velvety Bordeaux-style blends and lush, aromatic Chardonnays; each with its unique character and nuanced complexity.

Visitors are welcomed with open arms at Ridge Vineyards, invited to partake in sumptuous tastings and guided tours to unearth the magic behind their exquisite wines. Nestled amid stunning vistas and rolling vine-clad hillsides, one can't help but savour the moments of peace and tranquillity. The winery even proposes a selection of exclusive events, involving wine-pairing dinners, barrel tastings and wine club member gatherings.

The undeniable charm of Ridge Vineyards is the incredible symbiosis of tradition and innovation. Their uncompromising dedication to wine making and commitment to ecological sustainability sets a fine example for vineyards worldwide, It's no surprise that Ridge Vineyards has become an esteemed name among wine connoisseurs and a beloved destination for enthusiasts seeking an enthralling wine-filled experience.

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