2021 Lytton Springs, Ridge Vineyards
California,USA,
£54.98
Bottle size: 75cl,
In stock
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“In 1962, Ridge made its first Monte Bello, and two years later its first zinfandel. Since that time, Ridge has championed single-vineyard winemaking, searching California for those rare and exceptional vineyards where climate, soil, and variety are ideally matched.
In 1972, Ridge made its first Lytton Springs from vines planted on the eastern half of the vineyard at the turn of the century. Both the eastern and western portions of the vineyard were purchased in the early 1990s, (In the 1870s,
Description
A testament to Ridge Vineyards’ commitment to minimal intervention and organic practices, the 2021 Lytton Springs is a beautifully structured wine showcasing the depth of old-vine Zinfandel and its interplanted companions. Aromas of red and black raspberry mingle with white pepper, fennel, sage, and a touch of dark chocolate. The palate is full-bodied, brimming with blackberry and ripe plum, supported by juicy acidity, a generous midpalate, and a long, lingering finish. With a complex character rooted in vines as old as 1901, this wine is ready to enjoy now but promises to develop further over the next decade or more.
