{"product_id":"ridge-vineyards-three-valleys-2023","title":"Ridge Vineyards, Three Valleys 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eCountry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 2;\"\u003e USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eRegion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 2;\"\u003e California\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eGrape Variety \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e71% Zinfandel, 16% Carignane, 9% Petite Syrah, 2% Alicante Bouschet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 2;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eABV \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e14.6%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/ridge-vineyards?page=1\" title=\"Ridge Vineyards Wine Collection\"\u003eRidge Vineyards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Three Valleys 2023 is a bold and nuanced \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/sonoma-county\" title=\"Sonoma County Wine Collection\"\u003eSonoma County\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e red blend that delivers expressive fruit, balanced structure, and outstanding value. Crafted from a thoughtful assemblage of varietals sourced across top Sonoma sites, this vintage exemplifies Ridge’s winemaking expertise while remaining approachable on release.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Vintage: 2023 \u003cbr\u003e• Region: Sonoma County, California, USA \u003cbr\u003e• Blend: \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/zinfandel\" title=\"Zinfandel Wine Collection\"\u003eZinfandel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, Carignane, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/petite-sirah\" title=\"Petite Sirah Wine Collection\"\u003ePetite Sirah\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, Mataro, Alicante Bouschet \u003cbr\u003e• Alcohol: 14.6% ABV \u003cbr\u003e• Style: Medium-to-full-bodied \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/red-wine\" title=\"Red Wine Collection\"\u003ered\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e blend \u003cbr\u003e• Finish: Long spice and dark fruit finish \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker Tasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2023 vintage opens with a ruby-red colour and aromas of blackberry, raspberry, and plum, accented by subtle vanilla spice and smooth tannins. On the palate, layers of juicy dark fruit meld with liquorice, pepper, and earth-driven complexity. The finish is rich, refined, and balanced, with lingering spice and fine-grained tannins. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Ratings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRidge Three Valleys 2023 has earned consistently high critic scores, placing it among the best value California red blends of the vintage:\u003cbr\u003eWine Spectator: 93 Points — Generous, polished with vibrant berry flavours. \u003cbr\u003eJeb Dunnuck: 93 Points — Floral, elegant, deeply expressive. \u003cbr\u003eVinous Media: 93 Points — Structured with brambly blue fruit and spice. \u003cbr\u003eDecanter: 92 Points — Balanced, food-friendly, with textured tannins. \u003cbr\u003eWine Advocate: 91 Points — Layered dark fruits, herbs, and vibrant acidity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese reviews underscore this vintage’s approachability and lasting structure, ideal for both current enjoyment and short-term cellaring. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRidge Three Valleys 2023 pairs effortlessly with a variety of dishes:\u003cbr\u003e• Grilled steak or barbecue ribs — complements rich smoke and char. \u003cbr\u003e• Braised short ribs or beef stew — enhances savoury depth. \u003cbr\u003e• Hearty pasta with tomato-based sauces — fruit-forward balance. \u003cbr\u003e• Aged cheeses — sharp cheddar or Gouda echo spice notes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy this Vintage Matters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDespite being one of Ridge’s most widely produced wines, the 2023 Three Valleys maintains hand-crafted quality through native yeast fermentation, extended barrel ageing, and careful vineyard selection across regions like Alexander Valley, Russian River, Dry Creek, and Sonoma Valley. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModerate growing conditions in 2023 brought balanced ripeness and deep flavour development, resulting in a vintage that is both expressive and versatile. \u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover Other Vintages of Ridge Three Valleys\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/ridge-vineyards-three-valleys-2022\" title=\"Ridge Vineyards, Three Valleys 2022\"\u003eRidge Three Valleys 2022\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/ridge-vineyards-three-valleys-2024\" title=\"Ridge Vineyards, Three Valleys 2024\"\u003eRidge Three Valleys 2024\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover our range of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/ridge-vineyards\" title=\"Ridge Vineyards Wines – Shop Iconic California Zinfandel \u0026amp; Cabernet\"\u003eRidge Vineyards'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ewines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead of blog on \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/ridge-vineyards-a-pioneer-of-sustainable-world-class-wine\" title=\"Blog about Ridge Vineyards wines\"\u003eRidge Vineyards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our range of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/usa?pf_t_region=California\" title=\"Divine Fine Wines Californian Wine Collection\"\u003eCalifornian wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our range \u003cspan\u003eof \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/usa?pf_t_grape_variety=Zinfandel\" title=\"Zinfandel Wine Collection\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZinfandel wines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQ: What grape varieties make up Ridge Three Valleys 2023?\u003cbr\u003eA: The blend is primarily Zinfandel (71%), with Carignane (16%), Petite Sirah (9%), and small amounts of Mataro and Alicante Bouschet. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: Is Ridge Three Valleys 2023 ready to drink?\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, it is delightful now yet can continue developing for 3–5 years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What makes this wine a good value?\u003cbr\u003eA: With broad acclaim and high critic scores (often 93 points), it delivers quality fruit, structure, and complexity at an accessible price point. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQ: What foods pair best with this wine?\u003cbr\u003eA: Robust red meats, rich pasta dishes, smoked BBQ, and aged cheeses complement its bold fruit and spice profile. \u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/collections\/primitivo\" title=\"Primitivo Wine Collection\"\u003ePrimitivo\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ewines, closely related to Zinfandel in style and origin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Divine Fine Wines","offers":[{"title":"12x75cl Case \/ In Bond Price","offer_id":52723398377815,"sku":null,"price":306.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0929\/5334\/6391\/files\/Ridge-Three-Valleys-2023.jpg?v=1770304920","url":"https:\/\/divinefinewines.co.uk\/products\/ridge-vineyards-three-valleys-2023","provider":"Divine Fine Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}