The Petite Sirah grape originates from France (where else?) in the late 1800’s. The vines produce a small grape with a thick skin. It was created by crossing the Syrah and Peloursin Grapes with the intent of producing a disease resistant grape. Farmer’s at the time were having trouble protecting their harvest from disease. The…
Tag: Value Wine
2017 McManis Cabernet Sauvignon
This wine is a nice surprise and a great value.
F Stephen Millier Petite Sirah
Jammy, bold, and full bodied
The “Gold” Standard for Value Wines
This wine is one of the wine world’s best kept secrets hiding in plain sight.
A Whole Cluster Pinot Noir You Have to Try
The earthiness granted by Willamett’es volcanic soil really makes this wine shine.
2016 la Strada Red Blend
Winery: David Akiyoshi Vintage: 2016 Wine Name/Vineyard: la STRADA Wine Category: Red Blend Grape blend: N/A Italian style blend Bottle size: 750 ml Region: Central Coast State or country: California Price: $22 ABV: 14.8% Cases produced: N/A The Barrel Cellar Score: 85 points Review date: Mar 7, 2019 About the Winemaker: David Akiyoshi has been…
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