Incredibly light in color, crystalline and clear, but with surprisingly a bigger body than one would expect from looking at it, this is a very mature rose for being so young. It also required quite a bit of time to open up, being very austere at first, and needing at least 30 minutes to bloom. The nose is VERY complex. At first you come to it and its floral with a hint of citrus, and then it begins to evolve into honeycrisp or pink lady apple, some slightly ripe, almost meaty undertones, a mineral freshness polished it all off at the end. The palate is very dry, but not acidic, with a roundness and fullness to the body that’s surprising considering the color. Silky fruit and florals on the front, spreading out to a paper like dryness, that then evolves further into more candied, riper berry fruit. The mid-palate features some strangely vegetal notes, almost like celery, with a looong finish of fruit, like slightly underripe strawberry. Really one of the most complex roses I’ve had from the U.S. — 2 days ago
Nice one! Opened up after some time! Full bloom of cherries red fruit and rounded profile. Served at lunch with Ma Lewis in Newport and very well received. — 17 days ago
Had Petit Sarah after a long time … purple and bold ! Easy to drink , no decanting needing . — 2 months ago
I really like what Evening Land does in general and their Pinots in particular. Lovely nose with some good cherry. Balanced mouthfeel with good dark red fruit and some nice herby notes. Acid is medium but works well to hold it together and the persistence is good. Really quite enjoyable. — 23 days ago
Brian Hearty
2018. Probably my favorite Ridge Zinfandel that I’ve had. Could be that I found it in Delta Junction and wasn’t expecting it to be this delicious, or that it paired great with our homemade chicken parmigiana. — a month ago