2022 Petite Sirah, Napa Valley
89% Petite Sirah, 11% “Mixed Blacks” field blend.
Petite Sirah has developed into a very sought-after wine in the Girard portfolio, with fans of the variety looking to our bottling for the characteristic heady perfume, inky dark color, intense tannins and balanced oak integration. The nose reveals aromas of black fruit and cigar tobacco. Medium-plus to full-bodied, the wine unfolds with layers of black cherry preserves, vanilla, and hints of earth.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
Petite Sirah
Appellation
Napa Valley
Acid
6.2
pH
3.8
Residual Sugar
0.65
Alcohol %
14.5
Wine Profile
Ratings
92 Points - James Suckling
Vineyard Notes
The fruit for this Petite Sirah was sourced from old-vine plantings in Calistoga and Pope Valley areas of the Napa Valley where a myriad of soil types, coupled with warmer temperatures help the grapes develop rich and balanced character. A third component is our Girard estate-grown “Mixed Blacks” field blend vineyard which is comprised of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Mourvèdre, Grenache, and Carignan.
Production Notes
1st Bottling
Winemaker Notes
From the first swirl, this Petite Sirah reveals a complex mix of aromas: black raspberry, ripe plum, and cigar tobacco. The palate unfolds with layers of black cherry preserves, and vanilla, all seamlessly integrated with the influence of our Fusion barrels. The savory notes from the American oak, the spice from the Hungarian oak, and the vanilla finish from the French oak create a nuanced wine.
Food Pairing Notes
Lamb shanks braised with rosemary and garlic over polenta, an ideal match for this Petite Sirah’s robust flavors.