Ridge’s 2023s vs. the 2018: A Tasting of Time and Tannin
⏱ 1 min read The Short Version Ridge’s 2023 Zinfandels burst with sharp, youthful tannins and red fruit intensity, while the 2018 Paso Robles reveals layered complexity and softened structure, a testament to time’s transformative power. In This Article The 2023s: A Tug-of-War Between Youth and StructureThe 2018 Paso Robles: A Masterclass in Patience There’s a quiet tension at Ridge Vineyards, where the 2023 vintages arrive with a sense of urgency, their youth unmistakable, while the 2018 Paso Robles lingers with the weight of time, its flavors fully realized. The contrast is stark: one bottle offers immediate pleasure, the other…