Pacific Star Petite Sirah 2005

From the historic Brown Vineyard in Redwood Valley - supple elegant tannins show the graceful style this vineyard can produce with controlled yield and the patience to allow the grapes to ripen fully. With the science of DNA identification applied to grape varieties, we now know that Petite Sirah is a cross between French Syrah (Shiraz in Australia) and an obscure grape called Pelorsin. Created in the 1880’s by a plant biologist named Dr. Durif – the grape is known as Durif in France and traveled to California with immigrants at the turn of the century. Susceptibility to rot due to its tightly packed clusters, it is notoriously difficult to grow. Producing acres dipped to a low of under 2,000 in the 90’s - a comeback is alive and well among winemakers who cherish its versatility in blends as well as its sturdy dark beauty.

$32.00

You can order directly from the winery by
emailing pacstar@mcn.org
or calling (707) 962-9463
(hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Time)

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It's My Fault

$108/ case (10% off) - What a bargain on this wonderful multi-vintage blend of Syrah, Charbono and Carignane, commemorating the announcement of the Pacific Star Fault, named for and running directly under our winery.