The triumphant return of Ridge's Santa Cruz Mountains appellation bottling, revived for the first time since 2007 with a blend drawing from the storied Monte Bello estate and neighboring benchland sites. Sweet black fruits, pine, sage, and vanilla define the nose; the palate offers velvety texture and pure mouthwatering fruit framed by subtle tannins. Aged 17 months in American oak with 15% Merlot and 4% Petit Verdot—power balanced with elegance.