2016 Ridge Vineyards “Geyserville” — Direct From the Winery Library

A cornerstone of Ridge’s legacy and one of California’s most celebrated field‑blend reds, the 2016 Geyserville stands as a reference‑point vintage from this historic Alexander Valley site. Sourced from vines dating back more than a century and co‑planted to dozens of heritage varieties, Geyserville has long been prized for its depth, purity, and uncanny ability to age gracefully. Direct from the winery’s library, this release offers flawless provenance and pristine bottle condition.

The 2016 vintage is widely regarded as one of the great modern Geyservilles—powerful, structured, and beautifully layered, yet already showing the seamless texture that makes this cuvée so beloved. Zinfandel leads the blend at 73%, supported by Carignane, Petite Sirah, and Alicante Bouschet, creating a wine that marries dark fruit intensity with Ridge’s signature lift and precision. It’s a bottle built for long‑term cellaring but already thrilling in its youthful energy.

Critical Acclaim

JamesSuckling.com — 96 Points “This is impressive for the sense of presence and depth it delivers on the nose and palate with subtly spiced dark plums and cherries, as well as cocoa powder and a superbly composed structure that delivers a seamless, long and fresh finish… Drink or hold.” — James Suckling (Nov 2018)

Vinous Media — 95 Points “The 2016 Zinfandel Geyserville is a powerful, tightly wound wine… Black cherry, graphite, lavender, and spice are all laced throughout… There is a purity to the 2016 that is absolutely striking.” — Antonio Galloni (Aug 2018)

JebDunnuck.com — 95 Points “A gorgeous bouquet of ripe red and black cherries, caramelized plums, toasted spices, and exotic flowers… seamless, medium to full‑bodied, elegant… one of the more approachable vintages of this cuvée I can remember… It’s a great wine.” — Jeb Dunnuck (Jun 2018)

The Wine Advocate — 95 Points “Bursting from the glass with an exuberant bouquet of sweet cherries, blackberries and plums… medium to full‑bodied, supple and layered, with beautifully fine‑grained tannins… long and pure.” — William Kelley (May 2018)