Ridge Monte Bello - 2007 (750ml) 2003 there is a clear “house”

there is a clear “house” style

There is no doubt of this wine’s impressive depth and density

Though medium in body

and a persistent finish

Ridge Monte Bello - 2007 (750ml) 2003 there is a clear “house”A retaste of the flagship wine, the 2007 Monte Bello (a blend from this famous estate of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 9% Petit Verdot, and 2% Cabernet Franc) reveals a dense ruby purple wine with a floral, blueberry, and earthy cassis nose and elegant mid weight flavors with impressive purity and classicism. There is good acidity, firm tannin, and modest alcohol (13. 1%). This is not the most concentrated or powerful Monte Bello, but one built