The grapes for this densely textured Petite Sirah were drawn from several blocks in the estate vineyard. Aged in French and American oak barrels, this is a dense concentrated Petite with a very deep black-ruby color, low intensity blackberry and spice aromas, concentrated dark fruit flavors with big oak notes and nicely integrated refined tannins. It has length, 14.4% alcohol and plenty of fruit.
Christopher Creek Winery, Russian River Valley (Sonoma County, California) Petite Sirah 2008
By Gerald D. Boyd