Ridge Monte Bello - 2006 (750ml) 1981 sufficient mid-palate sap exists to

sufficient mid-palate sap exists to buffer it over time

there is some angularity and rustic tannins remaining

(Tasted at BI Wine & Spirit’s annual 10-Year On tasting

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Ridge Monte Bello - 2006 (750ml) 1981 sufficient mid-palate sap exists tothe 2006 Monte Bello (68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot, and 2% Cabernet Franc) is a very strong effort. Its dense purple color is followed by copious aromas of creme de cassis, licorice, spice box, and a touch of oak. Well balanced, dense, pure, layered, and rich, its big, rich style is similar to the 2003. This cuvee should keep for 25 30 years in a cool cellar. Robert Parker 94+ points