United States

Classic California Pinot Noir character of ripe, red cherry and violets, with some richer fig undertones overlaid with a touch of vanilla oak. Medium bodied with vibrant acidity and plush cherry fruit, elegantly balanced with silky tannins and velvety texture. Elegant, ripe and hugely appealing.

The Willamette Valley Pinot Noir is raised for 22 months in barrel without racking or inoculations.

A Grenache, Syrah, Petit Sirah blend from cult winemaker Orin Swift of Prisoner fame. Immediate popping aromatics of juicy red and dark fruits—raspberries, cranberries, dark plums and pluots—and a hint of deep earthiness are present in the glass.

The iconic Ridge Lytton Springs is a blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Carignan and Mourvedre from the Dry Creek Valley in Sonoma County. The wine presents jammy raspberry fruit with pepper, mint and sweet toasted oak. Brambly fruit on the palate, sensuous and well defined tannins and balanced acidity.

The San Lorenzo vineyard was purchased by the Seghesios in 1896. The blend for `The Pearl` is a result of the century old field blend of 69% Zinfandel, 15% Petite Sirah, 5% Carignan and 10% mixed reds that include Grand Noir, Alicante, Negrette and Mataro. The nose has layered complexity with black plums, raspberries and cigar box aromas.

Napanook is the second wine of Dominus, a blend of Cabernet and Petit Verdot. Sweet floral notes and mesquite emerge in the 2010 Napanook. Generous yet restrained, the wine shows minerality and notes of dried herbs followed by caramelized orange peel, bing cherry and exotic spice flavors. The finish is long and balanced.