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Ridge Vineyards is located high in the Santa Cruz mountains, overlooking San Francisco bay. They have become world famous for their outstanding Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon and their range of Zinfandels, including Lytton Springs and Geyserville.
They also produce a few thousand cases of Chardonnay from their Santa Cruz Mountain Estate vineyard. Made in a rich and creamy style, it consistently garners praise from lovers of bold California Chards and the wine press.
Winemaker's Notes:
Translucent gold color. Fresh tropical fruits layered with apple, pear, melon. Honeysuckle nectar, wet limestone. Cool-climate firm acid. Barrel toast and caramelized apple in finish.Reviews Antonio Galloni Wine Advocate 95 Points
The 2009 Chardonnay Estate is an impeccable, classy wine layered with bright citrus, flowers and just a touch of sweetness from the oak. Crushed rocks and lime peel add complexity on the textured, long finish. In 2009 none of the blocks were designated for the Monte Bello bottling, all of the fruit went into the Estate. This is a stunningly pure wine from Ridge. I came back to the 2009 Estate after having tasted all of the reds and the wine showed beautifully. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2019.
Wine Spectator 90 Points
Well-oaked, with smoky, toasty notes, this rich, intense and full-bodied white delivers tangerine, floral, white peach and nectarine flavors enlivened by acidity. Drink now through 2016. 3,825 cases made.–JL |
