Ridge Vineyards, Geyserville 2020
Product Information
Country USA
Region California
Grape Variety 69% Zinfandel, 20% Carignane, 8% Petite Sirah, 2% Alicante Bouschet, 1% Mataro
Vintage 2020
ABV 14.1%
Experience the depth and elegance of the Ridge Vineyards Geyserville 2020, a limited-production Zinfandel-based red wine blend from Sonoma County. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail and minimal intervention, this vintage showcases the unique character of the Geyserville vineyard.
Vintage Overview:
A warm spring followed by late rains affected fruit set, leading to lower yields and an earlier-than-usual harvest starting in late August. Out of 28 separately fermented vineyard lots, 20 were hand-selected for their vibrant acidity and concentrated fruit, resulting in a beautifully balanced and age-worthy wine.
Winemaking Details:
• Harvest Dates: August 21 – September 11, 2020
• Fermentation: 100% natural yeast fermentation with floating cap and daily pump-overs
• Ageing: 13 months in 100% air-dried American oak barrels (20% new oak)
• Oak Profile: A blend of new to five-year-old barrels for nuanced ageing
• Minimal Intervention: Native yeasts, native malolactic fermentation, low sulphur, pad filtered at bottling.
Tasting Notes:
On the nose, vibrant aromas of ripe cranberry and cassis. The palate reveals layers of dark bramble fruit, accented by subtle notes of cocoa and clove. Bright acidity brings structure and freshness, supporting a long, elegant finish.
Food Pairing Suggestions:
Perfect with grilled meats, roasted duck, aged cheddar, or hearty vegetable dishes.
Cellaring Potential:
Enjoy now or cellar for 10+ years to allow further development of secondary flavours.
Discover Iconic California Wines from Ridge Vineyards
Renowned for producing some of the most distinctive and age-worthy wines in California, Ridge Vineyards has earned global recognition among collectors and connoisseurs of premium American wine. From the legendary Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon to celebrated Zinfandel blends like Geyserville and Lytton Springs, Ridge crafts wines that reflect their vineyard origins with purity and precision.
Each bottle begins with meticulously farmed, mature vineyards and is crafted through a philosophy of minimal intervention winemaking. Ridge remains committed to full transparency, listing all ingredients on every label, and uses blind tastings to guide every production decision. This thoughtful, consistent approach has helped Ridge transcend wine trends and establish itself as one of the most respected wineries in California.
Whether you’re searching for collectible California Cabernet, single-vineyard Zinfandel, or minimal intervention wines from California, Ridge delivers quality that’s timeless.
