Winemaker Sierra Zeiter gets at Petit Verdot’s savory side here, with peppery meaty tones joining the typical bold black and blue fruit profile. A soft midpalate and a supple grip in the finish give the flavors good push. I would go with the cheese course as a pairing. A Platinum Award winner at the 2021 Sommelier Challenge International Wine & Spirits Competition.
Oak Farm Vineyards, Lodi (California) Petit Verdot 2018
By Rich Cook