FROM THE WINEMAKER

“This fan favorite hails from our Allomi Vineyard located on the far eastern edge of the Napa Valley. The combination of a long, warm growing sesaon and well-drained soils creates optimal ripening conditions. With that in mind, our Petite Sirah displays a deep purple color offering inviting aromas of blueberry and elements of vanilla, baking spices, violet and graphite. A plush mouthfeel is driven by dark fruit flavors, most notably blackberry, and cocoa nib. Rich tannins and ample acidity complement the bold berry components to complete this well-structured, balanced wine."

– Stephanie Pope, Winemaker

VINTAGE NOTES

Each vintage presents a unique set of conditions, and we approach every year ready to face the challenge. For vintage 2018, budbreak began on schedule at the end of February, and spring brought moderate temperatures that progressed into a warm summer without any disruptive heat spikes. Steady growing conditions continued through Harvest, which began in mid-September for the white varieties. We continued picking our red varieties long into the first weeks of November. With such lengthy hang time, the fruit matured consistently and was picked at its peak, promising exceptional flavor in bottle.

RECOMMENDED PAIRINGS

Grilled Mission figs with Point Reyes Blue Cheese and balsamic syrup; braised or grilled lamb; eggplant and root vegetables like beets or celery root; Cypress Grove Lamb Chopper cheese, aged gouda or medium cheddar; chocolate dipped boysenberries.

- Chad Hendrickson, Executive Chef