The nose shows classic Pinot Noir notes of raspberry and cherry, with lots of earthiness and lovely toasty oak. The mouth explodes with blueberry, Bing cherry, anise and toast. Even more striking is the depth and richness of the mouth-feel, like a rich, thick, red pillow for the mouth. The wine is very fruity, with blackberry characters and a big, rich, tarry and solid balance. The oak is refined and quite opulent in its “warm” characters.
Good, fresh, bright fruit showing fine Merlot character. Red cherries and a bit of currant aromas. Structured but not heavy and a pleasant, long finish at the end.
Dark in color, but not heavy, this Petite Sirah is ripe and fruity, and pairs well with all kinds of foods. Its boysenberry and blueberry fruit flavors are backed by earth and smoke, making it a great pairing for roasted eggplant and grilled meats.