There is a reason Ridge Vineyards holds such a legendary status in the wine world. While they are globally celebrated for their historic reds, their approach to white wine is equally brilliant, relying on traditional, hands-off methods that simply let the quality of the vineyard shine through. This particular bottle is built around Grenache Blanc, a grape originally famous in the sun-drenched south of France but completely at home in Californian soil. To create the perfect balance, the winemakers carefully fold in splashes of other classic varieties like Picpoul and Roussanne. The result is a masterclass in blending. The Grenache Blanc gives the wine a lovely, rounded texture in the mouth, while the supporting grapes bring a mouth-watering crispness. In the glass, it is incredibly vibrant. Expect bright, juicy flavours of crisp green apple and fresh white peach, followed by a clean, refreshing finish that does not rely on heavy oak. Because of this fantastic balance between fruit and freshness, it is a brilliantly versatile white wine for the dining table. It has the weight to sit perfectly alongside a classic Sunday roast chicken, yet carries enough zing to accompany simple baked fish or a generous midweek cheese board. [#intro]A beautifully refreshing Californian white blend bursting with crisp orchard fruit and a lively finish...[/intro]