2013 Ridge Merlot Perrone Monte Bello

Community Tasting Notes (21) Avg Score: 91.6 points

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  11/23/2023 - Rich S Likes this wine: 91 Points

  Decanted for 1 hour. Still a decent amount of American oak on the nose but seems a bit more integrated. Red currant, plum, Christmas spice cake, dill on the palate with a smooth mouthfeel and finish. Still has nice juicy acidity and only medium tannin so a very food friendly wine. Paired well with traditional Thanksgiving sides.

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  4/9/2023 - ralaspech wrote: 91 Points

  Similar to my prior notes. I sensed more lovely violet floral notes this time. Intensity may be down a little from what I remembered.

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  1/28/2023 - ogres3 Likes this wine: 92 Points

  Really enjoyed, benefits from air, suspect it can go several more years. Not much of a merlot drinker, but very pleasant fruit. Not as bold as a zin and without the greenstick of a pinot.

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  9/6/2022 - ogres3 Likes this wine: 93 Points

  I really liked this wine, more than most. Somewhat like a priorat. Very nice nose, combines barnyard with dark fruit in a delicious way. Would buy a case if I could do it again.

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  6/7/2022 - guitar guy Likes this wine: 89 Points

  Still quite young. Bright ruby color. Nose shows fresh mint leaves, tart cherry and vanilla. Flavor matches the nose. Tannins are still youthful. This was a bit disappointing, but still enjoyable. Maybe it just needs more cellar time.

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