Ribbon Ridge is the name of the winery, the vineyard and the AVA—one of a half dozen new sub-appellations recently defined in the Willamette Valley. The vineyard was recently planted (1991) but is already delivering thrilling fruit, scented with cherry liqueur, cola syrup, vanilla bean and cocoa. I love the intensity and focus, which conserves the fruit character and does not become heavy or thick. Beautifully structured with acid, spice, confectionery notes and a long, silky finish.——P.G.(4/1/2007)—— 91