I can picture this wine flying out of the tasting room based on the aromatic profile alone. It is extremely deep and dense, almost like a young vintage port in character. The palate comes as a bit of a shock, with bold, dry style leaning hard into its peppery pulchritude. The contrast between nose and mouth should ease over time and result in a more integrated package as the tannins resolve. That said, if you love your pepper, there is no reason to wait.
Aridus, Arizona (United States) Petite Sirah 2020
By Rich Cook