The intensely flavorful Petite Sirah grapes that grow on our tiny hilltop block produce a wine that is uniquely dense, dark and delicious.
Pairs with barbecued steak, grilled vegetables and bittersweet chocolate.
This very limited production Petite Sirah is made from a small hilltop block overlooking our benchland vineyards.
Moderate temperatures with no appreciable rainfall throughout the ripening season allowed the grapes to fully develop exceptionally concentrated flavors.
Harvest: October 3rd, 2018
Fermentation: The grapes were crushed into small fermenters. After cold-soaking for three days to extract rich color, the must fermented on the skins for three weeks to obtain a richly extracted wine.
Cooperage / Aging: The wine was aged for 20 months in French oak barrels (20% new).
Bottling Date: July 14, 2020
Production: 106 Cases
Color: Deep ruby
Aromas: Dark plum and berry
Palate: Intense and rich dark plum flavors, very lush mouthfeel with a long fruit finish
Vintage: 2018
Wine Type: Estate Red
Varietal: 100% Petite Sirah
Appellation: Dry Creek Valley Estate
Acid: 0.64 g/100ml
pH: 3.85
Alcohol: 13.9%