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Tasting notes
Score 89/100 · Drink 2002-2006, Robert Parker, Feb 2002

Impressive is the 1999 Grenache Lytton Estate, a blend of 78% Grenache, 17% Zinfandel, and 3% Petite Sirah with 14.7% alcohol. Deep ruby-colored, with a sweet, kirsch, and raspberry-scented nose, only rustic tannin holds it back from receiving an outstanding rating. It has plenty of fruit, spice, and charm, but the tannin is slightly out of balance. Drink it over the next 3-4 years for its gutsy, peasant style. Production was 761 cases. This is an ATP (meaning Advance Tasting Program) offering, and is only available to clients on Ridge's mailing list. Tel. (408) 867-3233

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Critic scores
89
89/100

Robert Parker

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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