2014 Ridge, California Cabernet Sauvignon Monte Bello, Santa Cruz Mountains 3x150cl

Geyserville is a traditional field blend of Zinfandel and its complementary varieties: Carignan, Petite Syrah, and Mataro (Mourvedre). Each vintage is unique, distinct, extraordinary… yet they do have elements in common, including the blackest of blackberry fruit, ripe plum, rich cherry, and cedar. A remarkably consistent and elegant wine with exceptional layering, Geyserville’s unique flavour characteristics are often attributed to the relatively higher percentage of Carignan, added to the Petite Syrah found in most of our other Zinfandels. Among the most age-worthy of Ridge wines, Geyserville often drinks beautifully well beyond 10 years of age. Ripe cranberry and cassis on the nose. Focused dark bramble fruit on the palate, layered with cocoa and clove. Vibrant acidity balances beautifully with opulent fruit and carries through to a long and elegant finish. Geyserville is home to the oldest vines at Ridge. The “Old Patch” section of the vineyard contains vines that are more than 130 years of age. Old vines contribute an intensity and complexity of flavour to the wine that cannot be replicated by any other method.