RIDGE 2018 Monte Bello Santa Cruz Mountains Cabernet Sauvignon "other_cult wines" along with minimal rainfall throughout

along with minimal rainfall throughout the previous three years

The aromas open with black cherry and cherry pit

extraction gives colour and substance to a wine but should never be detrimental to its finesse and typical character

Delicate notes of vanilla and mint slowly come into focus leaving an extraordinarily complex and delicious experience to behold

the 2012 Sevens Bench Pinot Noir carries the hallmark of the region – fruit intensity balanced by an earthy and savory side

RIDGE 2018 Monte Bello Santa Cruz Mountains Cabernet Sauvignon "other_cult wines" along with minimal rainfall throughout97 Points James Suckling A bright and beautiful Monte Bello with dark and black fruit, such as blackcurrants, as well as walnuts and hints of vanilla. Full bodied with creamy tannins that are there from start to finish. Turns lightly dusty. Beautiful length. Really pure and focused. Needs time to come together completely, but already a beauty. 97 Points Wine Spectator Very expressive, with warmed blueberry compote, menthol, sweet bay, steeped aa and