"The 2024 Lytton Springs is so vibrant and resonant. The purest, most crystalline black cherry fruit explodes from the glass, highlighted by a technicolor array of citrus peel, gamey elements and wild, heady violet florals. With aeration, the 2024 deepens dramatically, embracing a well of truffly earth tones and serious minerality that lend dynamism and intrigue. Chalky tannins have already integrated quite a bit in bottle, but the 2024 is a wine that will clearly cruise for two decades, likely more. The Lytton and Geyserville were neck and neck from barrel, but the Lytton has taken the lead (albeit by a smidge) from bottle, egged on by an incredibly long finish. Magnificent." —Vinous

"One of the most structured, concentrated and powerful of Ridge's old-vine zinfandel-dominant reds. Packed with blueberries, raspberries, orange zest, chocolate, turned earth and new leather. Delicious, detailed and deep. Drink now or hold." —James Suckling

"Aromas of baked cherry, tart raspberry, toasty brioche, cracked pepper, and flowers swirl on the nose of this iconic Old Vine Zinfandel blend. The palate brings invigorating acidity and grippy tannin that frame flavors of black plum, orange peel, cinnamon, dusty cocoa, and licorice at the finish. Give this time! Best from 2030-2045." —Wine Enthusiast