T-Vine 2005 Petite Sirah, Napa Valley

One of California's best Petite Sirahs. If you have not yet discovered this small-production Napa Winery this is the wine to convert you.

Winemaker Greg Brown says: "Oh Mama. This one's HUGE, as always! Very extracted & concentrated. But with very balanced tannins, not woody or oaky at all. Notes of blackberries, and blueberries, with a vanilla bean and dark cocoa finish.

"In the ultra premium category of wine, the most significant development in 2003 was the widening of the "chic-boutique" niche. The established Napa cult wineries based on cabernet of Screaming Eagle, Harlan, Colgin and others were joined by newcomers named T-Vine, Hundred Acre and two dozen more..." Dan Berger, wine columnist.