2018 Petite Sirah
Tulares Valley
Lodi, California
There’s nothing “petite” about this steadfast and savory wine
ABOUT THIS WINE:
Tulares Valley
Petite Sirah
The vineyards of Lodi are often associated with two things: drought and Petite Sirah. Lucky for this Central California region, this thick-skinned, hardy grape variety loves a challenge. The old vines in Lodi have stood the test of time and adapted to the changing landscape. As rivers became streams and lakes became valleys, these vines stubbornly dug their roots deep into the earth in search of water and nutrients. Established vines like these produce richly concentrated fruit at low yields, which is a testament to the saying "quality over quantity." Our Tulares Valley Petite Sirah is as headstrong and authoritative as the vines that produced it. This wine's flavors focus on umami and spice with a potent palate filled with robust tannins. This heavy hitter would perform well at your next barbecue alongside flavorful dishes such as smoked brisket with caramelized onions and a side of ...
ABOUT THIS WINE
Tulares Valley
Petite Sirah
The vineyards of Lodi are often associated with two things: drought and Petite Sirah. Lucky for this Central California region, this thick-skinned, hardy grape variety loves a challenge. The old vines in Lodi have stood the test of time and adapted to the changing landscape. As rivers became streams and lakes became valleys, these vines stubbornly dug their roots deep into the earth in search of water and nutrients. Established vines like these produce richly concentrated fruit at low yields, which is a testament to the saying "quality over quantity." Our Tulares Valley Petite Sirah is as headstrong and authoritative as the vines that produced it. This wine's flavors focus on umami and spice with a potent palate filled with robust tannins. This heavy hitter would perform well at your next barbecue alongside flavorful dishes such as smoked brisket with caramelized onions and a side of ...
WINE REGION:
Lodi
The jewel of the Central Valley, Lodi lies just east of the California Delta in an area of varied terroir. Winemakers here can extract different grape variety expressions from each plot of land. Zinfandel is common here, making deeply fruity and tantalizingly smoky wines, often from old vines. But the deep loamy soils and balmy Mediterranean climate, with its warm days and cool nights, help keep Lodi's grape varieties and winemaking styles impressively diverse. Alongside the ubiquitous Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot and Viognier also thrive. Lodi is a melting pot of different grape varieties and winemaking techniques, all of which make it a rewarding region to explore.
WINE REGION
Lodi
The jewel of the Central Valley, Lodi lies just east of the California Delta in an area of varied terroir. Winemakers here can extract different grape variety expressions from each plot of land. Zinfandel is common here, making deeply fruity and tantalizingly smoky wines, often from old vines. But the deep loamy soils and balmy Mediterranean climate, with its warm days and cool nights, help keep Lodi's grape varieties and winemaking styles impressively diverse. Alongside the ubiquitous Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot and Viognier also thrive. Lodi is a melting pot of different grape varieties and winemaking techniques, all of which make it a rewarding region to explore.
FLAVOR PROFILE:
Pairs well with…
Smoked Meats, Mac and Cheese, Caramelized Onion
Pairs well with…
Smoked Meats, Mac and Cheese, Caramelized Onion
FLAVOR PROFILE
Pairs well with…
Smoked Meats, Mac and Cheese, Caramelized Onion
Pairs well with…
Smoked Meats, Mac and Cheese, Caramelized Onion
TASTING NOTES:
Fruit Preserves
Tobacco
Black Pepper
Our Petite Sirah’s inky black hue is a well-known characteristic of this varietal and mimics the kind of flavors you will uncover. Notes of sweet tobacco, black pepper, preserved fruit, and soy sauce stay true to the nature of this grape, as does the palate’s full body and powerful tannins.
TASTING NOTES
Fruit Preserves
Tobacco
Black Pepper
Our Petite Sirah’s inky black hue is a well-known characteristic of this varietal and mimics the kind of flavors you will uncover. Notes of sweet tobacco, black pepper, preserved fruit, and soy sauce stay true to the nature of this grape, as does the palate’s full body and powerful tannins.
AWARDS:
Tulares Valley
1 TOTAL AWARDS
Silver Medal, 2022 North of the Gate Wine Competition
AWARDS
Tulares Valley
1 TOTAL AWARDS
Silver Medal, 2022 North of the Gate Wine Competition
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Tulares Valley
Tulare's Valley wines roots run deep in the history of California. Tulare Lake, now dry, was the largest freshwater lake in California. This impressive reservoir was named by Spanish explorers after the native tule grasses that lined its shoreline. Its waters played a vital role in California's natural history, and now, in its place, the massive Tulare Basin supports an abundance of orange groves, agricultural crops, and of course—vineyards. These wines welcome you to enjoy the bounty of the Golden State and raise a toast to its history.
ABOUT THE BRAND:
Tulares Valley
Tulare's Valley wines roots run deep in the history of California. Tulare Lake, now dry, was the largest freshwater lake in California. This impressive reservoir was named by Spanish explorers after the native tule grasses that lined its shoreline. Its waters played a vital role in California's natural history, and now, in its place, the massive Tulare Basin supports an abundance of orange groves, agricultural crops, and of course—vineyards. These wines welcome you to enjoy the bounty of the Golden State and raise a toast to its history.
ABOUT THE BRAND
Tulares Valley
Tulare's Valley wines roots run deep in the history of California. Tulare Lake, now dry, was the largest freshwater lake in California. This impressive reservoir was named by Spanish explorers after the native tule grasses that lined its shoreline. Its waters played a vital role in California's natural history, and now, in its place, the massive Tulare Basin supports an abundance of orange groves, agricultural crops, and of course—vineyards. These wines welcome you to enjoy the bounty of the Golden State and raise a toast to its history.