2018 Ridge Zinfandel Buchignani Ranch
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Based on 80% Zinfandel and 20% Carignan, the 2018 Zinfandel Buchignani Ranch is a beautiful effort that shows the fresher, focused, vibrant style of the vintage. Fresh red plums, blackberries, candied violets, and peppery herb notes all define the aromatics, and it hits the palate with medium-bodied richness, a lively, elegant mouthfeel, fine tannins, and a great finish. It's not a blockbuster, but it shines for its purity, balance, and elegance. It will keep for 10-12 years.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 2018 Zinfandel Buchignani Ranch is a bold, rustic Zinfandel/Carignane blend. Dark macerated cherry, grilled herbs, leather, tobacco, incense and broad chocolaty tannins add to an impression of virile intensity.
About the producer

Best known for its iconic Monte Bello, Ridge Vineyards makes some of California’s finest wines – particularly Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel. Long a pioneer of sustainable farming and minimal-intervention winemaking, Ridge makes an extensive range from Sonoma County and the Santa Cruz Mountains.