Ridge Vineyards
Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon
Santa Cruz Mountains
2015
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Where it is, November 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2021-2036), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2036, with a drinking horizon to 2043.
The ‘15 Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon.
Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 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' 2015 Monte Bello should open with cassis, dark cherry and plum, edged by cedar and savory herbs. Cabernet Sauvignon from the Santa Cruz Mountains is expected to feel firm and layered, with persistent tannins and bright acidity carrying the fruit. Its peak interval runs from 2021 through 2036 and the broader drinking range closes in 2043. The finish should be extended, moving from berry toward spice and earthy notes.
The 2015 vintage
Ridge Vineyards' 2015 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 short ribs with truffle polenta
The wine's fresh acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Grilled lamb chops with rosemary potatoes
The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.
Frequently Asked
What is Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon 2015?
Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 is from Santa Cruz Mountains, United States.
When should Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon 2015 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2019-2043. Within that arc, the peak window is 2021-2036. 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 2015?
Pair this wine with Herb-crusted prime rib with roasted mushrooms; Braised short ribs with truffle polenta; or Grilled lamb chops with rosemary potatoes.