July's Somm Series features four wines from the iconic
Californian producer, Ridge Vineyards. Visit any Joe’s location July 16-22 to
sample these incredible wines.
Nestled in the windswept hills of the Santa Cruz Mountains,
the Monte Bello vineyard is primarily known for its award winning Cabernet, but
what many don’t know is that it is also the growing site of some pretty
incredible Chardonnay. The Ridge Vineyards, Estate, Chardonnay, Santa
Cruz Mountains, California ($15 per 3oz / $30 per 6oz) has a vibrant
nose with citrus and pear notes. The palate offers refreshing acidity, creating
a great match for our Grilled Grouper with Cilantro Mojo.
In recent years, Zinfandel has seen a resurgence in
popularity due to the success of Zin-based blends. One wine that has always
been a leader in this category is
Ridge Vineyards, Geyserville, Alexander Valley,
California ($10 per 3oz / $20 per 6oz). Mainly comprised of Zinfandel,
with small amounts of Carignane, Petite Sirah, and Alicante Bouschet, this
blend offers black cherry fruit aromas with hints of mint and a spicy touch on
the palate. Try it with our Double-Cut
Colorado Lamb Chops with Mint Chimichurri.
A personal favorite, the Ridge Vineyards, Monte Bello,
Santa Cruz Mountains, California ($38 per 3oz / $76 per 6oz) comes from
the stand-alone Santa Cruz Mountains appellation, which separates the North and
Central Coasts of California. Primarily shaped by Cabernet Sauvignon and
Merlot, the wine is reminiscent of the finest estates of Bordeaux, with a new
world adaptation. Intense blackberry fruit aromas supported by firm tannin and
a strong mineral finish on the palate pave the way for an incredible pairing
with our Bone-In Porterhouse.
An extremely rare item from the portfolio, Ridge
Vineyards, Essence, Alexander Valley, California ($15 per 2oz) is a
dessert wine that is made only when the climate and conditions are ideal.
Sourced from the Geyserville vineyard, the grapes must be extremely ripe in
order to naturally stop fermentation, preserving the residual sugar within the
wine. Notes of dried fig and peppermint paired with our decadent Chocolate
Fudge Pie is an excellent way to complete any meal.
Wine Tip: Temperature is very important when it comes
to properly serving and enjoying a glass of wine. As a general rule, white wine
should be served between 45 ̊ to 55 ̊F, and red wine between 55 ̊ to 65 ̊F.
Anything outside of this range could negatively affect the flavor.
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