An unusual blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Teroldego, this spent just about two years in French oak. The Petite Sirah’s dustiness hits first, before the wine’s big, ripe fruit flavors develop too. Quite earth-driven, with a taste of anise even and a hit of gamey meat.——V.B.(3/1/2012)—— 87

This unusual blend of Petite Sirah and Teroldego is very rich and ripe, brimming with blackberry, grilled mushrooms splashed with balsamic, cassis, pepper and cedar. It has lovely tannins, soft and refined. The only problem is excessive heat from high alcohol. ——S.H.(6/1/2011)—— 87