Paradise Ridge
Paradise Ridge produces wines from Sonoma County's North Coast region, where cool maritime influence shapes the character of cool-climate varieties. The winery's 777 Clone Estate Pinot Noir—a wine rated 95 by prestige critics—demonstrates the precision possible in this terroir. Pinot Noir from the region expresses silky tannins and bright acidity; this expression shows the depth achievable through careful clone selection and site-specific viticulture. The winery also works with Chardonnay, a variety that thrives in Sonoma's conditions. Its Sparkling Blanc de Blanc Late Disgorge (92 rating) and still Chardonnay (91 rating) reflect the grape's versatility across both traditional méthode champenoise and dry table wine formats. Wine Enthusiast and Wine Advocate have rated the portfolio. The focus remains on cool-climate California fruit and the structural elegance these conditions permit.
Critics
Wine Enthusiast, Wine Advocate