Opulent and generous — it is Petite Sirah, after all — Grgich Hills Estate’s 2010 has elegance, not a word usually used to describe that varietal. Its elegance really shouldn’t be surprising because if anyone can make a stylish Petite Sirah, it’s Mike Grgich’s winemaking team. The suaveness here is not at the expense of the robust full flavor inherent to Petite Sirah. There’s still plenty of power, but in this instance, it’s enhanced by a lovely texture and a long finish. This is a perfect choice for hearty wintertime fare.
Grgich Hills Estate, Napa Valley (California) Petite Sirah 2010
By Michael Apstein