Angie's Corner
Ridge Winery
2007 Ridge Lytton Springs $24.99
ALOHA!! Palm trees are swaying in front of me, the breeze is perfect. Wish you were here!
Summer is hot and so is this red that I sampled from Sonoma Valley, California. Ridge Winery is one of the longest consecutive producing wineries in California. There are ratings on the Wine Advocate website going back to 1984 on their Zinfandels and 1964 on their flagship Monte Bello Cabernet. The award winning Ridge Winery is also one of the oldest Zin producers in Sonoma Valley. Their pedigree is amongst the top in all of California and they have been trend setters for decades.
I anticipated a deep, thick, steak worthy red. I was happily surprised by how wrong I was.
Typically, you can expect a heavy, dense and super concentrated Zinfandel with deep, extracted fruit. This is not your typical Zinfandel. This Zin is spicy and lighter on the palate with great balance and flavor. Look for hints pepper, leather and red cherry. I paired this spectacular wine with sausages off the grill with onions and peppers. It held its own against the spices in our food.
Choose Ridge Lytton Springs to accompany a candlelight dinner of filet mignon or your backyard cookout. This wine is a fantastic option for your summer meals, whether they be casual or formal. It is a completely versatile choice for your summer wine list.
When May your champagne be filled with bubbles,
Angie Ann Makuch
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