2022 Ridge Monte Bello [JD98][D97][JS97][WA96][V96] Subregion_El Dorado County Laura Catena and chief winemaker

Laura Catena and chief winemaker

and incredibly elegant on the palate

It shows what can happen when a Pinot vineyard is planted in the correct location

candy-like gold rum presents itself boldly with no pretenses other than being a good-tasting gold rum

Gianoli Ranch makes a classic Zinfandel with aromas of allspice and berry compote

2022 Ridge Monte Bello [JD98][D97][JS97][WA96][V96] Subregion_El Dorado County Laura Catena and chief winemakerProducer: Ridge Winery Region: Santa Cruz Mountains, Central Coast, California Blend: 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot, 2% Cabernet Franc Year: 2022 Jeb Dunnuck, 98 Points "Aged in 100% new oak, the 2022 Monte Bello blends 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc, selected from 18 of 21 lots by blind tasting. After assemblage, the wine spent 21 more months in barrel. The vineyard starts at 1,600 feet