Vol. 15
Ridge Zinfandel Essence 2001
The essence of warmth and sweetness
Wrapped in the warmth of a mother's embrace.
- Country
- United States
- Region
- California
- Grapes
- No information
- Vintage
- 2001
- Producer
- Ridge Vineyards
- Appearance scene
- A wine given to Shizuku by Fujieda after losing the Apostle duel, with a warm, dense sweetness reminiscent of a mother's milk.
総合 67 / 100
Tasting notes
Ridge Vineyards, nestled in the sunny hills of California, has crafted this 2001 Zinfandel Essence that's a real treat. Ridge is all about that fruit-forward style, and this bottle totally delivers. As soon as you pop it open, the sweetness of the fruit just wafts up, taking you right back to those endless Californian summers.
This wine shows up in Volume 15 of 'Drops of God', after Shizuku loses that crucial showdown. Fujieda pulls out this bottle, and it's like being wrapped in a warm hug, with its dense, comforting sweetness. If that scene doesn't make you want to try it, I don't know what will.
Pour a glass, and you'll notice that beautiful mature brick color. Give it a sniff, and you'll catch rich aromas of dried plums and blackberries, with a hint of that dried tea leaf vibe. Take a sip, and the sweetness just envelops you, balanced by a supple acidity that keeps things fresh, not cloying. It's that acidity that really ties everything together, you know?
Even after you swallow, the sweetness lingers beautifully, like it's dancing on your palate. You might want to enjoy this chilled slightly in a small glass, savoring each moment. It's really something special.
総合 67 / 100