Ridge Vineyards
Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon
Santa Cruz Mountains
2014
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Where it is, November 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2018-2029), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2029, with a drinking horizon to 2034.
The ‘14 Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon.
Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 is from Santa Cruz Mountains, United States.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 has a full body, fresh acidity, and firm tannins.
The 2014 vintage
Ridge Vineyards' 2014 Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon comes from Santa Cruz Mountains, United States.
About Ridge Vineyards
Ridge Vineyards' Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon comes from Santa Cruz Mountains, United States.
Pairing suggestions
Cellared suggestions based on the wine and dish descriptions.
Herb-crusted prime rib with roasted mushrooms
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Braised lamb shanks with rosemary jus
The wine's fresh acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Dry-aged ribeye with truffled potato gratin
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
Frequently Asked
What is Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon 2014?
Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 is from Santa Cruz Mountains, United States.
What does Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 taste like?
Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 has a full body, fresh acidity, and firm tannins.
When should Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon 2014 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2016-2034. Within that arc, the peak window is 2018-2029. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon 2014?
Pair this wine with Herb-crusted prime rib with roasted mushrooms; Braised lamb shanks with rosemary jus; or Dry-aged ribeye with truffled potato gratin.