This is an American classic with old-world soul and mountain-born precision. A monument and a meditation.
California's First Growth
This bottle is California’s quiet answer to Bordeaux’s First Growths, shaped by high altitude, limestone soils, and a winemaking philosophy rooted in restraint. The nose is deep and layered: cassis, blackberry, and ripe plum interwoven with pencil shavings, cool stone, and a whisper of bay leaf. On the palate, it’s an architectural wonder—concentrated yet taut and humming with energy.
Crafted from organically farmed vines high in the Santa Cruz Mountains, Monte Bello is a Cabernet-dominant blend made with radical transparency. The same wine that stunned the French at the Judgment of Paris continues to hold its own against the world’s finest.
How to Enjoy
This is legacy in a glass. While it can be enjoyed now with a lengthy decant, it is built to age for decades, revealing new layers of complexity over time.
Quick Facts
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Producer: |
Ridge Vineyards |
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Wine: |
Monte Bello |
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Vintage: |
2019 |
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Region: |
Santa Cruz Mountains, California |
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Grapes: |
74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 7% Petit Verdot, 2% Cabernet Franc |
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Style: |
Iconic American Red, Bordeaux Blend, Age-worthy, Structured |
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Tasting Notes: |
Cassis, blackberry, pencil shavings, cool stone, bay leaf |
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Food Pairing: |
Best cellared. For a special occasion, pair with prime rib, lamb, or duck. |
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Good to Know: |
One of America's most iconic and age-worthy wines, famous for its performance in the 1976 Judgment of Paris tasting. |
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