Monthly Spotlight

Each month we spotlight one of our small-production, single-vineyard wines with a deep dive into the vineyard location, property history, wine style and pairing preferences. This month, our monthly spotlight is…

2022 Blasi Zinfandel

10% off 1-11 bottle purchases, 15% off 12+.  Members receive 15% off 1-11 bottle purchases, 20% off 12+.

TASTING NOTE

Strawberry, cherry and leather on the nose. Medium-bodied with minerality, showing its Chalk Hill terroir. SR (7/24)

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VINEYARD LOCATION

Chalk Hill AVA, just outside Windsor city limits.

HISTORY

Gary Blasi has been farming this old vines vineyard in the Chalk Hill appellation for over forty years on a handshake agreement with owner Jim Metcalfe. This wine has been labeled with Gary’s name to credit his many years of meticulously farming this classic vineyard.

FOOD PAIRING

Crispy Pork Belly with Red Lentils & Caramelized Curry Squash

RECENT PRESS

94 Points – Zinfandel Chronicles

“Gorgeous nose of red fruits, licorice, peach and citrus. Medium body with perfect acidity. Packed with plush, rich fruits. Impeccable balance. Cherry, raspberry compote, blood orange and white pepper on the palate. The finish is long and supple. Definitely and up and coming Zinfandel in the Ridge portfolio. Best over the next 4-6 years.” -Tom Lee (August 2024)

94 Points – OwenBargreen.com

“The 2022 ‘Blasi’ Zinfandel has a touch of Petite Sirah blended in. Fresh herbs and bright red fruits combine with citrus peel and cardamom on the nose. The palate is soft and refined with good elegance and richness. Showing beautifully right now, this will continue to evolve well for at least another decade. Drink 2024-2034.” (October 2024)

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