Ridge Vineyards • Santa Cruz Mountains, California
Monte Bello by Ridge Vineyards is an iconic, Cabernet Sauvignon–based Bordeaux-style blend from the limestone-rich, high…Monte Bello by Ridge Vineyards is an iconic, Cabernet Sauvignon–based Bordeaux-style blend from the limestone-rich, high-elevation slopes of the Santa Cruz Mountains, often cited as one of America’s greatest Cabernets. Crafted from low-yiel…Learn More »
$280
/750ml
2016 Retail Average
97
/100
2016 Pro Rating
Dark mountain berries, cassis and plum roll in first, then Ridge Monte Bello 2016 tightens into a beautifully poised, cool-climate Cabernet with hints of cedar, tobacco leaf, wild herbs and stony earth. The palate feels both concentrated and effortless, with vibrant acidity and ultra-fine, chalky tannins carrying a long, focused finish that promises decades of graceful evolution.
Dry-aged ribeye with rosemary and garlic, braised short ribs, wild mushroom and herb risotto
Monte Bello by Ridge Vineyards is an iconic, Cabernet Sauvignon–based Bordeaux-style blend from the limestone-rich, high-elevation slopes of the Santa Cruz Mountains, often cited as one of America’s greatest Cabernets. Crafted from low-yielding, organically farmed vines and vinified with a minimalist, terroir-driven approach, it is known for combining intense mountain fruit with firm acidity, pronounced minerality, and remarkable longevity in bottle.