Imagery has a good track record with Petite Sirah, and this ’08 is right up there. Although it can’t quite overcome a certain rusticity, it’s a dry, boldly tannic, fruity wine, with a spectrum of ripe berry and currant flavors. ——S.H.(12/31/2011)—— 87

Bigtime Pet here, an enormously ripe and extracted wine. It’s huge in chocolate and cassis flavors that are almost sweet, although the wine is totally dry and balanced. The tannins are smooth enough to drink tonight with appropriately sized chow.——S.H.(10/1/2004)—— 89