1988 Lytton Springs

1988 Lytton Springs

Wine Information

85% Zinfandel, 6% Carignan, 5% Petite Sirah, 4% Grenache

Vintage

1988

Vineyard

Lytton Springs

Appellation

Dry Creek Valley

Alcohol By Volume

13.9%

Vintage Notes

In this exceptionally warm vintage the old vines on Lytton Springs ripened fully. The younger vines, set back by the heat, came in later and at lower sugars. Inclusion of both carignan and petite sirah adds fullness and structure, respectively. This fine wine shows the complexity of traditional varietal blending. Accessible now, it has the tannin to develop over the next five to eight years.

History

Founded in 1959, Ridge was one of the first of today’s small, fine California wineries- limiting production to achieve the highest quality. From the beginning, close adherence to traditional winemaking techniques has set Ridge apart. This approach determines our style and includes the use of natural yeasts in extended, submerged-cap fermentations, aging in small oak cooperage, and careful racking at every transfer to achieve clarity. Located above 2300 feet on Monte Bello Ridge in the Santa Cruz Mountains, our winery overlooks San Francisco Bay.

Consumer Tasting Notes

Average Rating: 89.4

No. of Tasting Notes: 6

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