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York Creek

2005 Napa Valley 89% Zinfandel, 11% Petite Sirah

The Ridge York Creek is a captivating red wine from the esteemed Napa Valley, composed primarily of Zinfandel with a touch of Petite Sirah. This 2005 vintage displays a medium-bodied structure, offering a delightful balance of fruitiness and depth. The wine's acidity presents a bright and refreshing quality, making it incredibly food-friendly. Intense notes of dark fruits, particularly blackberries and plums, dominate the palate, accented by subtle hints of spice and earthiness. Tannins are prominent yet refined, providing a firm backbone that enhances its aging potential. As it unfolds, this wine reveals a dry finish that lingers gracefully, inviting another sip and perfectly complementing a variety of dishes.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium Full

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Napa County
Napa County

It may be small, but when it comes to American wine regions, they do not come much bigger than Napa County. Home to the famous Napa Valley, which comprises most of its area, the Napa name has gained global recognition for its exceptional wines—especially its Bordeaux varieties. Most Napa County wineries choose to be more location-specific when labeling their wine, listing the name of sub-regions like Yountville, Los Carneros or Rutherford to capitalize on the name recognition. However, with such an abundance of high-quality grapes grown across the region, plenty of négociant winemakers blend fruit from different sub-regions. This gives Napa County wines excellent regional balance, taking advantage of different terroirs and mesoclimates.

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