Ridge Vineyards
Ridge Vineyards Hooker Creek Zinfandel
Red wine
4.5
Expert Rating
4.0
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Ridge Vineyards Hooker Creek Zinfandel is a premium red wine that showcases the best of California's Sonoma County. Produced by Ridge Vineyards, a renowned winery with a long history of producing exceptional wines, this Zinfandel is made from grapes grown in the Hooker Creek vineyard, which is known for its unique soil composition and ideal growing conditions. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels to enhance the wine's complexity and depth. The resulting wine is a rich and full-bodied Zinfandel with notes of blackberry, raspberry, and spice, making it a perfect choice for those who appreciate bold and flavorful wines.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Ridge Vineyards Hooker Creek Zinfandel is a bold and assertive red wine, with notes of blackberry, cherry, and spice.On the palate, it is full-bodied with a rich texture and a long, velvety finish. It has a nice balance between fruit, acidity, and tannins, making it a great wine for pairing with grilled meats or savory dishes.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Zinfandel
Petite Sirah
ORIGINS
Winery: Ridge Vineyards
Region: Sonoma
Sonoma County is a renowned wine region located in the northern part of California, USA. It is known for producing high-quality wines from a variety of grapes, including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Zinfandel. The region is home to over 400 wineries and is a popular destination for wine tourism.CUSTOMER RATING
4.0
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