J. Lohr, Paso Robles (California) Petite Sirah 2014

Winemaker Steve Peck is on a roll with fruit from this source, again finding that magic spot where Petite Sirah can be both approachable and ageworthy — perhaps the hardest variety with which to achieve the feat.  Big berry fruit that doesn’t go over the top into the jammy zone, accompanied by bright spice and a touch of earthy minerality finish long and, dare I say, elegant.  If you’re going for lamb or a big herb encrusted roast beef for the holidays, you’ve got a suitable foil here. Contains 3% Syrah and 2% Grenache.