Ridge Vineyards, Lytton Estate Petite Sirah 2016
Product Information
Country USA
Region California
Grape Variety Petite Sirah
Vintage 2016
ABV 13.5%
Discover the elegance of Ridge Vineyards Geyserville 2023, a celebrated California field blend red wine crafted from hand-harvested grapes grown in the historic Geyserville vineyard. Following a winter of abundant rainfall and a cool, late-ripening season, this vintage expresses deep complexity and structure.
Aged for sixteen months in 100% American oak barrels, this California red wine with natural fermentation showcases enticing aromas of black cherry and chaparral. On the palate, it offers vibrant raspberry fruit, hints of black olive, and a balance of firm acidity with smooth, integrated tannins, culminating in a long, satisfying finish.
Produced with minimal intervention, including native yeast fermentation and low sulphur usage, Ridge Vineyards Geyserville 2023 is an age-worthy red wine that will evolve beautifully over the next decade.
Vintage Notes
• Harvest Dates: October 7–24, 2023
• Extended ripening due to cool late-season temperatures
• Balanced acidity and ripe dark fruit character
• Structured, cellar-worthy wine with ageing potential up to 10+ years
Winemaking Approach
• Full-crush, native yeast fermentation with daily pump-overs
• Natural malolactic fermentation
• Aged 16 months in a mix of new and seasoned American oak barrels.
• Minimal sulphur added, in line with Ridge’s low-intervention philosophy.
Tasting Notes
• Aromas: Black cherries, chaparral herbs
• Palate: Raspberry, black olive, vibrant acidity, supple tannins
• Finish: Long and elegant
Perfect for collectors and lovers of California heritage Zinfandel blends, Ridge Vineyards Geyserville 2023 pairs beautifully with grilled meats, rustic pastas, and aged cheeses.
Discover Iconic California Wines from Ridge Vineyards
Renowned for producing some of the most distinctive and age-worthy wines in California, Ridge Vineyards has earned global recognition among collectors and connoisseurs of premium American wine. From the legendary Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon to celebrated Zinfandel blends like Geyserville and Lytton Springs, Ridge crafts wines that reflect their vineyard origins with purity and precision.
Each bottle begins with meticulously farmed, mature vineyards and is crafted through a philosophy of minimal intervention winemaking. Ridge remains committed to full transparency, listing all ingredients on every label, and uses blind tastings to guide every production decision. This thoughtful, consistent approach has helped Ridge transcend wine trends and establish itself as one of the most respected wineries in California.
Whether you’re searching for collectible California Cabernet, single-vineyard Zinfandel, or minimal intervention wines from California, Ridge delivers quality that’s timeless.
