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Score 93/100 · Drink 2023-2035, Jeb Dunnuck, Oct 2023

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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93
93/100

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93
93/100

Jeb Dunnuck

92
92/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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92 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 92/100 · Drink 2023-2033, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Aug 2023

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

Ridge
Ridge Vineyards

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.

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Red

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Dry

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