Before you scoff at the seemingly outrageous price for this Petite Sirah, keep in mind that this stuff, handled properly, can age for decades and turn lovely in the process. Of course, that doesn’t apply to every bottling, but I am confident that it does indeed apply to this bottling. Dandelion has a track record for solid picking timing, proper structure, and overall deliciousness, and those are all present here, so even with a variety that’s newer to them, the results are spot on. Decant for a day if you go in early, or lay it down for a long rest.
Dandelion Vineyards, McLaren Vale (Australia) Petite Sirah 2021
By Rich Cook