Ridge, Zinfandel Blend, Geyserville, Alexander Valley, California 2021 375ml metallica Comprising entirely Merlot — partly

Comprising entirely Merlot — partly from a one-hectare plot in the dark-sand soils of Corbin

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But that’s Madone’s secret — their vineyards really should be rated Beaujolais cru

The wine is fermented at controlled temperature with the addition of neutral yeast

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Ridge, Zinfandel Blend, Geyserville, Alexander Valley, California 2021 375ml metallica Comprising entirely Merlot — partly76% Zinfandel, 16% Carignane, 6% Petite Sirah, 2% Alicante Bouschet Organically Grown. Ruby garnet in color with aromas of dark plum, black cherry, baking spices, cola, wet gravel, toasted oak, violets and lavender. A full bodied entry with bold and dark fruit leads to a layered and complex mid palate with fine grained tannins. Natural acidity balances the wine, creating a long, juicy finish.