Ridge Lytton Springs (Dry Creek Valley) '20

The 2020 Ridge Lytton Springs is a masterful blend of 79% Zinfandel, 11% Petite Sirah, and 10% Carignane from the iconic Lytton Springs Vineyard in Dry Creek Valley. Known for its seamless balance of power and grace, this wine showcases the richness and depth that Ridge is celebrated for. Tasting Notes: Aromas: Rich blackberry, plum, aniseed, and hints of black licorice. Palate: Full-bodied with dark bramble fruit, black fig, black olive, and well-integrated tannins. A long finish reveals layers of dried sage and mocha. Structure: A polished, firm wine with chewy tannins and a smooth, well-structured profile, offering a complex and harmonious mouthfeel. The 2020 Ridge Lytton Springs is a beautifully structured and expressive wine that reflects the complexity of the vineyard’s old vines and the winemaker’s philosophy of minimal intervention. With its layered flavors and balanced tannins, this wine will age gracefully, reaching its peak from 2025 to 2040. Reviews: Wine Enthusiast (97): Describes it as a wine that achieves power with grace, highlighting blackberry, black fig, and olive flavors supported by integrated tannins. James Suckling (95): A medium-to-full-bodied wine with fine tannins and vibrant red berry and spice notes, with potential for further development. Decanter (95): Juicy and chewy, with mulberry, mocha, and earthy notes, showcasing the complexity brought by Petite Sirah and Carignane. Wine Spectator (93): Deeply structured with blackberry, currant, dill, and white pepper accents. A wine to hold onto for future enjoyment. Vinous (93): Pretty, with floral and spice accents, balanced with vibrant fruit and an impressively long finish. Technical Data: - Harvest Dates: 21 August – 17 September - Blend: 79% Zinfandel, 11% Petite Sirah, 10% Carignane - Aging: 13 months in 100% air-dried American oak barrels - pH: 3.74 | TA: 5.97 g/L