Ridge Vineyards Lytton Springs 2020

• Country USA
• Region Sonoma County
• Grape 79% Zinfandel, 11% Petite Sirah, 10% Carignane
• Abv 14.6%
• Case size 12/ 75
• Rich blackberry and plum on the nose with notes of aniseed. Full-bodied with dark bramble fruit and well-coated tannins on the palate. The long finish reveals layers of black licorice and dried sage.

• Wine Enthusiast: 97 Points “This seamless, polished but also firm and well-structured wine achieves power with grace. Wonderful black fig, black olive, and plump blackberry flavors ride a full body backed by good, well-integrated tannins. This classic from Ridge’s Sonoma County property consists of 79% Zinfandel plus 11% Petite Sirah and 10% Carignan. Best from 2025–2040.” -Jim Gordon (January 2023)

  Decanter: 95 Points “Very juicy and chewy with mulberry and mocha notes. Paul Draper’s love of old California field blends and his belief that Petite Sirah and Carignane (which Ridge spells in the old California manner with an ‘e’ at the end) add a complementary intrigue to Zinfandel are at work in the Lytton Springs. Accordingly, the wine is not labeled Zinfandel even though at 79% Zin, it could be. The 10% Carignane adds an earthy, sensual, south-of-France character to the flavor. The Petite Sirah – which is never petite in California – adds power and a wallop of tannin. A very distinct wine, mostly from old vines, some of which date back to 1901. Ridge, which has been making Lytton since 1972, bought the vineyard in the early 1990s.” -Karen MacNeil (November 2022)

  Zinfandel Chronicles: 95 Points “Show-stopping nose of red and black fruits, peach and baking spices. Medium to full-bodied with perfect acidity. Tremendous mouth feel and texture. Black cherry, black raspberry, cocoa, and pepper on the palate. Exceptional length on the finish. Just an awesome Lytton Springs despite the vintages challenges. Best over the next 8-10 years.” -Tom Lee (August 2022)