Ridge Monte Bello - 2007 (750ml) Napa Valley larger than life 2008 should

larger than life 2008 should age effortlessly for two decades or more

seamless Barolo is at least a few years from early maturity and should continue to drink well for many

Extremely full-bodied

The 2004 vintage was outstanding in Barossa

opulent Pichon Longueville Baron that may eclipse anything they have made in the past

Ridge Monte Bello - 2007 (750ml) Napa Valley larger than life 2008 shouldA retaste of the flagship wine, the 2007 Monte Bello (a blend from this famous estate of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 9% Petit Verdot, and 2% Cabernet Franc) reveals a dense ruby purple wine with a floral, blueberry, and earthy cassis nose and elegant mid weight flavors with impressive purity and classicism. There is good acidity, firm tannin, and modest alcohol (13. 1%). This is not the most concentrated or powerful Monte Bello, but one built