By Crux Winery
2014 Petite Sirah

Details
Blend: 90% Petite Sirah, 5% Zinfandel, 5% Syrah
Appellation: Russian River Valley

Harvest
Petite Sirah: Windsor Oaks Vineyard; picked October 4th at 25.4 degrees Brix
Zinfandel: Crazy Run Ranch Estate Vineyard; picked October 5th at 23.8 degrees Brix
Syrah: Crazy Run Ranch Estate Vineyard; picked September 21st and October 5th at 24.5 degrees Brix

Production
Fermentation: Partial whole berry carbonic fermentation using native yeasts
Aging: 20% new French oak barrels
Filtration and Fining: None
Alcohol: 14.60%
Cases: 152
Retail: $45

Tasting Notes
Our 2014 Petite Sirah has blackberry fruit on the nose and the palate, which is typical for this variety. We like a little Zinfandel and Syrah in the blend to make it more approachable at a younger age. As usual, it's a big, tannic wine that will last for a very long time yet has a smooth, lush mouthfeel that keeps you coming back for more. This wine pairs well with roasted meats or all by itself.
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Crux Winery 2014 Petite Sirah, Russian River Valley
Rating: 93 Points (Exceptional)
Award: Gold Medal
Special Designation: Cellar Selection
Category: Petite Sirah
Date Tasted: 5/20/2019
Country: USA
Alcohol: 14.60%
Black violet color. Aromas and flavors of wild raspberry, blackberry, roasted figs and dates, candied violet petals, and dark chocolate with a round, vibrant, fruity full body and a complex, long finish with accents of rose petal and coconut with well-integrated tannins and moderate oak flavor. A delicious and well-integrated Petite Syrah that is drinking very well now and will stand the test of time.

Crux 2014 Petite Sirah (Russian River Valley)
Points: 90
Variety: Petite Sirah
Appellation: Russian River Valley, Sonoma, California, US
Winery: Crux
Alcohol: 14.60%
Bottle Size: 750.00 ml
Category: Red
Date Published: 8/1/2019
Reviewed By: Virginie Boone
This is blended with 5% Zinfandel and 5% Syrah to tame its wild tannins, and it succeeds, offering a bright thread of soft richness and bright acidity within its brawny varietal power. Dark, inky and dusty, it has a wealth of blackberry and cherry flavor that should widely appeal.