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Monte Bello

1990 Santa Cruz Mountains Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot

Ridge Vineyard Monte Bello is a captivating red wine from the esteemed Santa Cruz Mountains, showcasing a masterful blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. This vintage, from 1990, displays a beautiful deep crimson hue, inviting you to explore its rich character. On the palate, it offers a full-bodied experience, where the bright acidity balances perfectly with the deep fruit intensity, creating a well-structured wine that tantalizes the senses. The tannins are notable and firm, contributing to a sophisticated mouthfeel that speaks to its age and quality. This wine is beautifully dry, allowing the complex flavors of dark berries, plum, and subtle earthy undertones to shine through, making it a remarkable selection for any discerning wine lover.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Grilled Ribeye, Grilled Meats, Roasted Lamb

Region:


Central Coast
Central Coast

California's Central Coast might be a bit quieter than Napa or Sonoma to the north, but this lesser-known region produces many world-class wines. Enjoying incredible terroir along its vast 280-mile stretch—from San Francisco Bay to Santa Barbara—Central Coast wines are increasingly in demand. Its position between the Pacific Coast Ranges and the Southern Coast Ranges is key to its quality, with many cool-climate AVAs offering elegant Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Merlot. In the hotter parts of the Central Coast, away from the coastal fogs and cold mountain slopes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre are exceptional.

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