2013 Lytton Springs Ridge 75cl

2013 Lytton Springs Ridge 75cl Fine Wine from USA

Wine Information
74% Zinfandel, 16% Petite Sirah, 8% Carignane, 2% Mataró (mourvèdre)

Vintage
2013

Vineyard
Lytton Springs

Appellation
Dry Creek Valley

Alcohol By Volume
14.3%

Winemaker Tasting Notes
Nose of ripe blackberry, pepper, licorice and a hint of vanilla. Concentrated plum and black cherry fruit on the palate with supple tannins, minerality and balanced acidity. Long, layered finish with notes of ripe fig and dried herbs.

Press
California Grapevine (Vol. 41, October 2015): 90 Points “Medium-dark ruby; attractive, spicy, briary, red and black berry fruit aroma with a hint of vanilla; full body; rich, expansive, spicy, ripe berry fruit flavors with good depth and intensity; medium-full to full tannin; lingering aftertaste. Firmly structured and deserving a few more years of bottle aging. Very highly recommended.” (Group Score: 16.3, 1/2/1; My Score: 17 [90/100], second place)

The Wine Advocate (October 2015): 92+ Points “A blend of 74% Zinfandel, 16% Petite Sirah, 8% Carignan and 2% Mataro (Mourvèdre), the 2013 Lytton Springs is a sexy, plump and gorgeously rich effort that has lots of bramble, plums, violets and licorice on the nose. Medium to full-bodied, deep, rich and concentrated, it has a solid kick of tannin and will benefit from short term cellaring. 15-20 years of longevity isn’t out of the question here. This was a terrific set of wines from Ridge. The 2012 Bordeaux releases all have brilliant purity of fruit, with surprising freshness and focus. They’ll need short term cellaring to be approachable, especially the Monte Bello. The 2013s are similar in style to the 2012s, with tight, fresh profiles and solid tannic grip.” – Jeb Dunnuck

Vinous Media (July 2015): 95 Points. “The 2013 Lytton Springs has really come together over the last year, far exceeding my early expectations. Powerful and explosive in the glass, the 2013 boasts tons of inky blue/purplish fruit, mocha, spices, new leather, lavender and licorice. Readers will have to give the Lytton Springs at least a few years to shed some baby fat, but it is nearly impossible to resist, even at this early stage. Once again, the team at Ridge has produced an absolutely compelling Lytton Springs. The 16% Petite Sirah in the blend adds an unmistakable air of gravitas.” – Antonio Galloni
Read review online at VinousMedia.com