2021 Ridge Pagani Ranch Zinfandel [V95][JD94][WE94][WS93]

Producer: Ridge Winery 
Region: Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California 
Blend: 90% Zinfandel, 5% Petite Sirah, 5% Alicante Bouschet Je
Year: 2021 

Vinous, 95 Points 

"The 2021 Zinfandel Pagani Ranch is a wine of tremendous stature. Vertical and composed in bearing, the 2021 has a ton to offer, but is also a bit reserved today. Time in the glass brings out a mesmerizing range of red/purplish fruit, spice, cedar, new leather, tobacco, mocha and dried flowers. Pagani Ranch remains a beacon for Sonoma County Zinfandel-based field blends. This is a fine rendition." 

Jeb Dunnuck, 94 Points 

"A blend of 90% Zinfandel and 5% each of Petite Sirah and Alicante Bouschet, the 2021 Zinfandel Pagani Ranch has textbook Zinfandel sweet red and black plum, sandalwood, cigar, candied orange-driven aromatics as well as a beautifully layered, textured style on the palate. I love its overall balance, it has ripe, polished tannins, and a just a pure, layered, complex style with so much to love." 

Wine Enthusiast, 94 Points 

"Vivid, focused raspberries and red currants light up the aroma of this well-balanced, elegant wine before cooked strawberries and red plums fill the palate. Light toasty, oaky accents of vanilla and chocolate lend a bit of extra interest. Best through 2033. Cellar Selection." 

Wine Spectator, 93 Points 

Winemaker Notes: 

"Rich plum and pipe tobacco on the nose. Full-bodied on the palate with boysenberry, ripe black cherry, and pepper. Well-balanced with lively acidity and a long, layered finish." 

Alcohol: 13.8% 

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