Ridge Vineyards: A Legacy of American Wine Excellence - Delafield
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Event Date Tuesday, Aug. 18, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Event Type Seminar
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Some wineries make exceptional wines. A select few change the course of wine history.
For more than six decades, Ridge Vineyards has stood among the most revered producers in the United States, crafting wines that have become benchmarks not only for California, but for the entire wine world. Their unwavering commitment to traditional winemaking, historic vineyards, and vineyard-driven expression has earned Ridge an unparalleled reputation among collectors, sommeliers, and wine enthusiasts alike.
At the heart of Ridge's remarkable story is the legendary Paul Draper. Joining the winery in 1969, Draper transformed Ridge into one of America's most influential estates through his philosophy of minimal intervention, native yeast fermentations, restrained use of oak, and an uncompromising focus on terroir. His belief that great wine begins in the vineyard forever changed the landscape of American fine wine.
Draper's work culminated in one of the defining moments in wine history. Following the famous 1976 Judgment of Paris, Ridge's Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon cemented its place among the world's elite when later retrospective tastings showed it rivaling—and often surpassing—the First Growths of Bordeaux. Today, Paul Draper is widely regarded as one of the greatest winemakers America has ever produced, and Ridge remains one of the country's true iconic wineries.
Join us for an extraordinary evening as we explore Ridge's remarkable portfolio—from vibrant, mineral-driven whites to the legendary Zinfandel blends that have become synonymous with California wine, culminating with some of the estate's most celebrated reds.
Wines to be tasted
2024 Grenache Blanc
2025 Heringer Chenin Blanc
2024 Estate Chardonnay
2023 Paso Robles Zinfandel
2024 Geyserville
2024 East Bench Zinfandel
2020 Mazzoni Home Ranch Red
2023 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
2022 Lytton Estate Petite Sirah
Throughout the evening, we'll discuss the fascinating history of Ridge Vineyards, Paul Draper's revolutionary winemaking philosophy, the significance of California's historic old-vine vineyards, and why Ridge continues to set the standard for authentic, age-worthy American wine.
Whether you are a longtime admirer of Ridge or discovering these legendary wines for the first time, this seminar promises an unforgettable journey through one of California's greatest wine estates.
For more than six decades, Ridge Vineyards has stood among the most revered producers in the United States, crafting wines that have become benchmarks not only for California, but for the entire wine world. Their unwavering commitment to traditional winemaking, historic vineyards, and vineyard-driven expression has earned Ridge an unparalleled reputation among collectors, sommeliers, and wine enthusiasts alike.
At the heart of Ridge's remarkable story is the legendary Paul Draper. Joining the winery in 1969, Draper transformed Ridge into one of America's most influential estates through his philosophy of minimal intervention, native yeast fermentations, restrained use of oak, and an uncompromising focus on terroir. His belief that great wine begins in the vineyard forever changed the landscape of American fine wine.
Draper's work culminated in one of the defining moments in wine history. Following the famous 1976 Judgment of Paris, Ridge's Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon cemented its place among the world's elite when later retrospective tastings showed it rivaling—and often surpassing—the First Growths of Bordeaux. Today, Paul Draper is widely regarded as one of the greatest winemakers America has ever produced, and Ridge remains one of the country's true iconic wineries.
Join us for an extraordinary evening as we explore Ridge's remarkable portfolio—from vibrant, mineral-driven whites to the legendary Zinfandel blends that have become synonymous with California wine, culminating with some of the estate's most celebrated reds.
Wines to be tasted
2024 Grenache Blanc
2025 Heringer Chenin Blanc
2024 Estate Chardonnay
2023 Paso Robles Zinfandel
2024 Geyserville
2024 East Bench Zinfandel
2020 Mazzoni Home Ranch Red
2023 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
2022 Lytton Estate Petite Sirah
Throughout the evening, we'll discuss the fascinating history of Ridge Vineyards, Paul Draper's revolutionary winemaking philosophy, the significance of California's historic old-vine vineyards, and why Ridge continues to set the standard for authentic, age-worthy American wine.
Whether you are a longtime admirer of Ridge or discovering these legendary wines for the first time, this seminar promises an unforgettable journey through one of California's greatest wine estates.
