A classic Concannon Petite with plum and meat that’s nicely integrated, smooth going down and resplendent in aromatics, topped off with a cherry finish. Captain Joe was the founder of Concannon’s son, a member of the first American calvary.——V.B.(4/1/2012)—— 87

A very big, ripe, tannic and dry wine, brimming with fruit, which is to say, a classic California Petite Sirah. Right now it’s all elbows and knees, featuring sweet, jammy primary fruit flavors, smoky oak and spices. It needs time to come together. Give it until mid-2011 and beyond.——S.H.(12/15/2009)—— 90