Limited stock. Bottled 3/12. Bramble, raspberry, cassis, toasted oak, & floral aromas; layered black cherry & currant, full bodied with well coated tannins & notes of licorice & black olive on the finish. Varietal Information: 70% Zinfandel, 23% Petit Syrahl, 7% Carignane. ...

Raspberry, fig with notes of vanilla on the nose. Flavours of plum & black olive give way to well coated tannins & black olive in the lingering finish. 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 & balanced acidity. Enjoyable upon release this exemplary zinfandel will evolve over six to seven years. Ridge has made the East Bench as a single vineyard wine since 2006, one of the few Ridge zinfandels that is 100% zinfandel. The vineyard sits high atop the bench land that overlooks Dry Creek Valley from the east. 100% Zinfandel Organically Grown. 94 Points (Editors Choice) Wine Enthusiast, 93 Points Jeb Dunnuck, 93 Points Wine & Spirits, 92 Points Wine Spectator, 92 Points Anthony Dias Blue, Blue Lifestyle, 91 Points Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media, 91 Points Erin Brooks, The Wine Advocate. ...

A light gold colour with a very fine mousse. Citrus fruit aromas with hints of melon & honey. Chardonnay dominance brings finesse, along with crisp freshness. The Pinots add depth & character leading to a beautifully balanced finish. A lovely aperitif & also perfectly suited to fresh, simple shellfish dishes. ...

Ridgeview's traditional blend Cavendish is a rich golden colour with exceptionally fine bubbles. The nose is expressive with hints of red fruits. The Pinot dominance brings depth & complexity to the palate with a long-lasting finish, whilst the Chardonnay adds finesse & freshness. ...

A delicate salmon colour with an abundance of fine bubbles. Chardonnay brings freshness & finesse, whilst the Pinots add the classic red fruits for which England is so acclaimed. A raspberry & redcurrant nose carries through to a fresh fruit-driven palate. Ideal apritif, especially on a warm summers evening. It pairs beautifully with canaps & bowls of fresh English strawberries. ...

A delicate pale gold with silvery highlights, persistent bubbles giving an exceptional mousse. The bouquet is subtle with suggestions of honey & a brioche which will become more noticeable with ageing. A refreshing palate with crisp minerality, alongside citrus & white tropical fruits. A beautifully balanced finish that lingers on. Drink now or age for three to four years. The ideal aperitif. A great match for light canapes, shellfish or perfect with oysters. 100% Chardonnay. ...

A blend of only red grapes, Pinot Noir & Pinot Meunier. A deep golden colour with a persistent fine stream of bubbles. Rich, earthy red fruit aromas are followed by a complex toasted palate. The finish is long-lasting & beautifully balanced. New bottle design coming soon. ...

Pale crimson red colour. This has an exciting nose & bright acidity. Succulent, red fruit with fine, powerful tannins. This Sangiovese has taken on a Pinot Noir like guise. ...

Garnet red robe. An ample & very fine wine with notes of black fruits (blackberry & blackcurrant). Subtle spices greatly supported by velvety & rounded tannins. Long finish on flowers (peony & violet), cocoa & tobacco. ...

A light & fruity palate, supported by a good structure, acidity & grape tannins, all in perfect balance. Lovely citric acidity with fruity notes of strawberry & peach. ...