2019 Ridge Zinfandel East Bench
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The 2019 Zinfandel East Bench is an absolute delight. Bright, floral and effusive, the 2019 is so expressive today. Crushed red berry fruit, sweet pipe tobacco, cedar and rose petal all grace this tasty, entry-level offering.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Jeb Dunnuck
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Full bottle 1,360 g. Bottled December 2019. ‘The growing season at this hilltop vineyard began favourably with mild spring weather. Thanks to steady, warm weather throughout August, all seven parcels were ready to pick by early September. After fermenting each separately, we chose six for their exuberant fruit, elegant tannins and balanced acidity. Enjoyable upon release this exemplary Zinfandel will evolve over six to seven years.’ Transparent crimson. Complex nose of lifted herbs and spices with extremely smooth tannins (cf the Bedrock Zin of the same vintage just tasted). Layers of dried grasses and sweetness that lingers long on the finish. QGV (JR)
Based on 100% Zinfandel, the 2019 Zinfandel East Bench has a great perfume of red plums, wild strawberries, and flowery incense, with just hints of cigar and dried orange peel emerging with time in the glass. While it's not a blockbuster, it brings gorgeous intensity and richness in a medium-bodied, weightless, elegant package that delivers ripe tannins and notable acidity.
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.