Ridge Monte Bello 2003 3.0L (Slightly Scuffed Label)

"This has a wonderful balance of full, silky tannins and creamy ripeness, but with a degree of delicacy that Californian wines with this kind of richness from the early 2000s often lack. Long, fleshy finish that remains cool and lively right to the end. A cuvee of 85% cabernet sauvignon, 8% merlot and 7% petit verdot." - James Suckling, JS94, tasted 12/2022