{"product_id":"ridge-vineyards-lytton-springs-2022-magnum","title":"Ridge Vineyards Lytton Springs 2022 Magnum","description":"\u003cp\u003eRidge Vineyards’ Lytton Springs has long been one of California’s benchmark Zinfandel blends, and the 2022 Magnum continues that legacy with all the depth, balance, and character the bottling is known for. Celebrating 50 years of this classic, it brings together Zinfandel with Carignan, Mourvèdre, and Petite Sirah from the historic Lytton Springs Vineyard in Dry Creek Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep, almost inky in color, this wine opens with an expressive nose of ripe blackberries, blood orange, pepper, licorice, tobacco leaf, and dried flowers. On the palate, it is full-bodied and layered, with each note from the bouquet echoed in rich waves across a powerful but polished frame.\n\nThe texture is generous and mouth-filling, yet the wine remains balanced enough to show precision and length. While already highly enjoyable, the structure and concentration suggest excellent aging potential, especially in magnum format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from the historic Lytton Springs Vineyard in Dry Creek Valley, the fruit is sustainably farmed and reflects the warm, sun-drenched terroir of California’s Sonoma County. The grapes were destemmed before fermentation, which was carried out with native yeast to preserve the site’s character and natural complexity. The wine was then matured for 16 months in American oak, including 17% new barrels and the rest between one and four years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an ideal match for grilled ribeye, slow-braised short ribs, barbecue lamb, or richly seasoned sausages. It also pairs beautifully with hard aged cheeses and earthy mushroom dishes. Serve at around 16–18°C, and decanting for 1–2 hours is recommended to let the wine fully open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRidge Vineyards has been crafting some of California’s most respected wines for decades, with Lytton Springs first produced in 1972 and now firmly established as a benchmark red blend. Today, winemaker Eric Baugher carries the tradition forward with impressive consistency, helping Ridge maintain its reputation for highly rated, site-driven wines that stand among the region’s best.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ridge Vineyards","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252333957457,"sku":"FW-9028","price":127.88,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/lytton_springs_2022_2.png?v=1783444153","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/ridge-vineyards-lytton-springs-2022-magnum","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}