Ridge: the vision to search out old wines
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The success of winemaker Paul Draper, who took the reins at Ridge and made his first batch of Zinfandel where its grapes came from the nearby vineyard, Picchetti Property, is discussed. He produces the popular wine Zinfandel and despite of many difficulties, Ridge became California's Zinfandel standard-bearer.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 2004
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Paul Hobbs: Centered in Sonoma
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Paul Hobbs is described as an active, experienced and successful vintner in the field of Chardonnay wines. Details of his association with different vineyards are given, amongst which he prefers the cool Sonoma sites.
Publication Name: The Wine Spectator
Subject: Food and beverage industries
ISSN: 0193-497X
Year: 2004
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