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Jacob Franklin Chavez-Leeds Petite Sirah 2012Napa Valley
Vintner and winemaker of Jacob Franklin, Ray Coursen, came by a few weeks ago so we could taste specifically his Zinfandels and Petite Sirahs. We told him ahead of time that it was those varietals that we were most interested in trying. Frankly, all of the wines he shared were excellent, especially at their price points. Of all the Petite Sirahs he makes, it is this 2012 Chavez-Leeds Vineyard from Rutherford bench that we enjoyed the most. Black and inky with rich notes of blackberry and wild floral notes, this 2012 offers a silky mouthfeel and long, satisfying finish. There is a touch of spice from the mid to back, which marries perfectly with the black fruit. Ray opened the wine specifically for our tasting and after letting the wine sit in the glass for a few minutes, it showed even more impressively. This is a great Red as we start getting into the fall months.
- CountryUSA
- RegionCalifornia
- AppellationNapa Valley