Sierra Roble, South Coast (Petit Verdot) 2013

 This grape is gaining momentum as a stand-alone varietal wine in various regions around the world, showing a capability for nuanced character on its own, rather than just adding color and structure to blends.  This rendition displays open fruit aromas and lots of punchy fruit as it hits the palate, and though there’s a little hardness in the finish, that’s not surprising at this early stage of this wine’s development, which should have additional stages leading in a positive direction.  Very well made.  A Double Gold award winner at the 2018 Toast of the Coast Wine Competition.