{"product_id":"ridge-vineyards-lytton-springs-2018","title":"Ridge Vineyards Lytton Springs 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eRidge Vineyards Lytton Springs 2018 is one of California’s classic Zinfandel-based blends, sourced from the historic Lytton Springs Vineyard in Dry Creek Valley. First made by Ridge in 1972, it continues to stand out for its depth, balance, and the way it captures the character of this iconic site.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakuprofiili\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the wine shows a very dark, almost opaque color that hints at its concentration and power. The nose opens with ripe blackberries, blood orange, pepper, licorice, tobacco leaf, and dried flowers, giving it both richness and a lifted, aromatic complexity.\n\nOn the palate, it is full-bodied and generous, with layer upon layer of dark fruit and spice repeating the aromas in a seamless, polished way. The wine feels complete and confident, with the structure to age well over the coming years while remaining immediately enjoyable for those who like bold, expressive California reds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViininvalmistus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLytton Springs Vineyard lies in Dry Creek Valley, one of Sonoma County’s most respected areas for old-vine Zinfandel and related varieties. The fruit for this wine was grown sustainably, harvested with care, and fully destemmed before fermentation. It was then aged in American oak barrels, with 10% new oak and the remainder between one and four years old, helping preserve fruit purity while adding subtle spice and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuoka \u0026amp; tarjoilu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine is a natural match for grilled lamb, braised short ribs, barbecue, roast duck, or rich dishes with herbs and smoke. Serve it at around 16–18°C, and decanting for 30–60 minutes is recommended if you want the aromas to open fully and the texture to soften.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuottaja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRidge Vineyards is one of California’s most respected names, known for its site-driven wines and long-standing commitment to quality. The winery has built an international reputation for producing benchmark Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon, and Lytton Springs is one of its most celebrated bottlings. Under winemaker Eric Baugher, Ridge continues to honor its heritage while delivering wines that consistently earn strong critical acclaim.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ridge Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122440642802,"sku":"FW-5627","price":59.84,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/4810\/5202\/files\/18zls-scaled-ii.png?v=1777476043","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.fi\/products\/ridge-vineyards-lytton-springs-2018","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}