Ridge Vineyards : Geyserville Zinfandel 2023

Tasting characteristics and advice for the 2023 Geyserville Zinfandel from Ridge Vineyards

Tasting

Nose
The nose reveals notes of black cherry and chaparral.

Palate
Raspberry and black olive aromas blend harmoniously on a palate with firm acidity, supple tannins, and a lingering finish.

A Californian red wine brimming with indulgence and elegance

The estate

A pioneer, Dr. Osea Perrone acquired land in the Dry Creek Valley area in 1885 and planted vines on this clay-limestone terroir. The first vintage was produced in 1892.

Purchased in 1959 and renamed in 1962 “Ridge Vineyards”, the estate expanded its vineyard holdings and enlisted California winemaker Paul Draper to make the property an icon among the greatest Californian wines.

Ridge Vineyards oversees an exceptional vineyard farmed organically, renowned for the quality of its non-interventionist winemaking and for showcasing the purest expression of fruit.

The wine

Geyserville Zinfandel from Ridge Vineyards is a Californian wine crafted from vineyards with clay-limestone soils within the Alexander Valley appellation.

Winemaking and aging

Hand-harvested. Winemaking uses non-interventionist techniques inspired by those practiced in the 19th century. Aging lasts 16 months in American oak barrels (15% new).

Blend

Zinfandel (70%)
Carignan (18%)
Petite Sirah (9%)
Alicante Bouschet (3%).