Ridge Vineyards Pagani Ranch Zinfandel is a premium wine that showcases the best of Sonoma County's wine-making traditions. Produced by Ridge Vineyards, a renowned winery with a long history of producing high-quality wines, this Zinfandel is sourced from the Pagani Ranch vineyard, which is known for its old vines and unique terroir. The wine is made using traditional winemaking techniques, including hand-harvesting and natural fermentation, which help to preserve the wine's natural flavors and aromas. The resulting wine is a rich and complex Zinfandel with notes of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of oak. It is a perfect choice for those who appreciate the art of winemaking and the unique flavors of Sonoma County.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Ridge Vineyards Pagani Ranch Zinfandel displays aromas of ripe cherry and raspberry, with a hint of black pepper and spice.On the palate, it is smooth and full-bodied, offering flavors of blackberry and currant, along with notes of oak and a hint of vanilla and cocoa. The finish is long and lingering, with a hint of licorice and sweet tobacco. Enjoyable now, this Zinfandel will continue to develop and improve with further aging.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2057
Profile
Sweetness:
Almost dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
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
Alicante Bouschet
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.