Infanticide, I know. But still so good.
2022 Ridge Monte Bello
Score is more about potential than current drinking, even though it already is delicious. Decanted for 2 days. Very youthful ruby/purple, very viscous with long lasting legs. Not much visible extract. The nose is intense, initially with lots of red fruit and rhubarb, over time turns more into black fruits, blackberries, creme de cassis, some pencil shavings, crushed peppers, charred wood, clear oak influence, vanilla, coconut. Palate is full bodied, rich, earthy, black fruited, nice acidity. Finishes long with very grippy tannins.
This is clearly a baby. See you again in 10 years.
