James Suckling’s “Top 100 Wines of the USA 2025” & New Scores
Blog Post
October 2025
We’re thrilled to announce that JamesSuckling.com has recognized thirteen RIDGE wines from Sonoma and Napa Counties in their latest reviews. A special congratulations goes to our 2023 Lytton Springs, which received 95 points and a spot on the “Top 100 Wines of the USA” list at #71. It’s a true honor for our team and our Lytton Springs estate vineyard.
2023 Lytton Springs
95 Points
“A lovely release with lots of freshness from a cooler vintage. Bright and perfumed aromas of red cherries, raspberry coulis, confit plums, licorice and spice. The palate is full-bodied with finely tuned tannins and vibrant, crunchy acidity. Made from 76% zinfandel, 14% petite sirah, 7% carignan, 2% alicante bouschet and 1% mataro. Drink or hold.” – Jim Gordon, JamesSuckling.com
2023 Geyserville
94 Points
“Bright and moderate aromas of red cherries, blackberry compote, coffee beans and spices. The palate is full-bodied with finely integrated tannins and a focused acidity that leads into a rounded and pure finish. A blend of 70% zinfandel with touches of carignan, petite sirah and alicante bouschet, which benefited from a cooler vintage. Drink or hold.” – Jim Gordon, JamesSuckling.com
2023 East Bench Zinfandel
94 Points
“Rich, ripe aromas of dark cherry confit, raspberry coulis, sweet spice and licorice. Full-bodied palate with firmly framed tannins and a bright acidity that cuts through the rounded and creamy mouthfeel. Nicely balanced. Drink or hold.” – Jim Gordon, JamesSuckling.com
2023 Three Valleys
93 Points
“Aromas of confit cherries, licorice, blackberry bush, baking spices and violets. The palate is full-bodied with a rounded mouthfeel and firmly framed tannins that end in a lush and generous finish. Made from a blend of 71% zinfandel, 16% carignane, 9% petite sirah, 2% mataro and 2% alicante bouschet. Drink or hold.” – Jim Gordon, JamesSuckling.com
2023 Pagani Ranch Zinfandel
93 Points
“Cranberry jam, raspberry coulis, violets, stewed red plums and baking spices on the nose. A full-bodied palate with a rich and textural mouthfeel, moderate tannins and a bright acidity that finishes slightly sharp. Will benefit from time in bottle. Drinkable now, but best from 2028.” – Jim Gordon, JamesSuckling.com
2022 Lytton Estate Petite Sirah
92 Points
“Deeply brooding aromas of black olives, black cherry compote, baking spices, cured meats and earth. The palate is full-bodied with a viscous mouthfeel and firmly framed tannins balanced by a bright, focused acidity. Ripe with some restraint. Drink or hold.” – Jim Gordon, JamesSuckling.com
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