A reasonably priced offering, the 2004 Petite Sirah possesses creamy oak, blackberry, and floral characteristics, moderately sweet tannin, and a fleshy, deep mouthfeel. It should drink well for 5-10 years or longer.Tel. (707) 433-3104; Fax (707) 433-5825

Pet fans will like the volume of this wine. It’s black as ink and immensely tannic and fruity, more of a food group than a wine. Chew on it, and you’ll discover humongous depths of ripe cherries, blackberries, licorice, cocoa and sweet oak. Nothing subtle here. ——S.H.(12/31/2006)—— 87