Dry yet fabulously fruity with vibrant strawberry, elegant cherry, and a dash of all spice. Sounds odd, but it works. 4.5 stars out of 5. Sweetness=2 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $36
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Reviews of wines that are grown sustainably, using green grape growing practices.
Schramsberg J Schram 1999
Their signature high-end wine, the ones all the grapes yearn to be. Soft, creamy and absolutely dreamy. Very dry. Baked bread, tart green apple and some tropical fruit seduce your tongue. Flawless wine. Expensive, but worth it. 5 stars out of 5. Sweetness=1 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $80
... Read More »2004 Ridge Zinfandel Ponzo Vineyards (California)
Like a cute, fun girl at fancy soirée. Bright, fun raspberry jam with tart acidity. Silky and elegant on the finish. 4 stars out of 5. Sweetness=2 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $23
... Read More »2002 Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Cruz (California)
Rich and mildly tannic, with tart cranberry and gushing dark cherry. Very well balanced and drinkable now. 3.5 stars out of 5. Sweetness=1 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $26
... Read More »2003 Ridge Zinfandel Geyserville (California)
A bit shy in the beginning, then it lets loose with violets, dried cherries, freeze-dried coffee, raspberry concentrate, blueberry, and roses. Sophisticated and gorgeous. 4.5 stars out of 5. Sweetness=2 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $29
... Read More »2003 Ridge Chardonnay Santa Cruz (California)
Buttery, rich vanilla, tangerine, mango, and banana on the finish. Has some gorgeous acidic minerality as well. 3.5 stars out of 5. Sweetness=3 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $30
... Read More »2004 Ridge Zinfandel Lytton Springs (California)
Two words: fucking beautiful. Same character as the Geyserville, but more acid/tannin balance, more elegant, more flowery, and more forthcoming with flavor. Let it sit in your glass for 15 minutes and it gives even more. 5 stars out of 5. Sweetness=2 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $30
... Read More »Ponzi 2003 Pinot Noir (Oregon)
Soft and elegant, like a velvet glove for the mouth. Bright cherry and balanced acids make this is a great food wine. 3.5 stars out of 5. Sweetness=2 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $32
... Read More »Ridge Cellars 2004 Zinfandel Paso Robles
Elegant, sultry and juicy — the kind of wine you’d want to start sexual relations with. Port-like in flavor, with roasted cherry followed by pronounced raisins and dried plums. Drink daily, if you can afford it. 4 stars out of 5. Sweetness=4 out of 10 (dry to sweet). $28
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