Priest Ranch Petite Sirah 2015

After harvesting, the grapes began six days of a cold soak at 50 degrees. The wine started an 18-day fermentation using native yeast with a maximum temperature of 82 degrees. When fermentation was complete, the tank was slowly drained to capture the wine’s optimum concentration. Only the free run juice was used and aged for 22 months in 30% new 500 L French oak puncheons.  This wine was racked twice in the first year and three times in the second year of aging then bottled unfiltered.

Our Petite Sirah is a deep inky purple. The aromatics are herbal with a hint of black pepper overtones. On the palate, this wine has hints of black pepper, plums, blueberries, and licorice. This tannic wine has a firm texture and mouthfeel on the finish. We recommend pairing this wine with a hearty meal such as lamb ragu or at your next barbecue.