Community Tasting Note
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NostraBacchus Likes this wine: 93 points
November 2, 2019 - This seems a little closed at the moment and will probably need another few years to open up. Still there is that signature Lytton Springs combination of richness, structure and fruit/spices, that is so appealing, but a little muted for now. Notes of plum, dark cherries, sweet spices, licorice, cloves, also some leathery notes, espresso roast and lavender.
It‘s medium-full bodied, with medium-high tannin that is almost hidden under the wealth of fruit and super silky in quality, there is also some medium+ acidity providing nice freshness. Good length. Another winner by Ridge and probably my single favorite Zinfandel (blend) of California. While I generally drink very different things, this always puts a smile on my face and is just absolutely delicious, while being serious and structured enough to age and develop effortlessly for many years. (93+)7 people found this helpful 4,526 views
4 Comments
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markydecker commented:
11/2/19, 6:26 PM - Excellent tasting note. I appreciate when time is taken to provide a detailed, intelligent description of the wine. Cheers!
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toddmk commented:
11/2/19, 10:09 PM - I agree. Ridge’s Lytton Springs is consistently the best Zinfandel blend year after year. It’s the only Zinfandel I buy each vintage as most are too jammy. However, Lytton Springs exudes class. Thanks for the TN. Cheers!
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Brian of Mull commented:
5/27/20, 4:33 PM - Love your perspective. I think you are spot on. I worked in Russia many years and i used to get a mixed case of Geyserville and Lytton Springs flown in once a year when they would send a charter flight in. I used almost your exact words “Ridge Zins just put a smile on my face and you can’t get them here and they are a great change of pace”. PS : My Russian friends also loved them.
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NostraBacchus commented:
5/29/20, 12:29 PM - Thank you so much for your kind words. Glad that you had a similar experience with these fascinating wines.