Nicely dry, with Petite Sirah’s bracing tannins, but a bit sharp and minty. The blackberry and cherry flavors have a green, stalky streak.——S.H.(11/1/2009)—— 83

Here’s a rich, balanced Petite Sirah with a lot going for it. Full-bodied and dry, it’s enormously deep in red and black currant, dark chocolate and anise flavors, with considerable tannins. Easy to find, with 55,000 cases produced, and a great example of why Petite Sirah is such a hot variety.——S.H.(9/1/2008)—— 87