Ridge Vineyards Zinfandel Pagani Ranch Paso Robles 2000 d'avola It tends to be firm

It tends to be firm yet delicate and supple

unquestionably in the top handful of wines in the vintage

(April 2016)

There are two major plantings on Monte Bello Ridge-our estate vineyard

Ridge Vineyards Zinfandel Pagani Ranch Paso Robles 2000 d'avola It tends to be firmWinemaker notes: Pagani Ranch is our one vineyard where virtually all the vines are over 100 years old. Age limits yield, which intern allows the vineyards, distinctive character to show. In addition, the older, the vines, the wider and deeper the root systems, enabling a great site to express its character still more clearly. For the third consecutive year set at Pagani came up short; late season water stress cut yields even further. The small crop