Aged 19 months in 100% neutral oak, the 2012 Spring Valley Vineyard Sharilee Petit Verdot is within it's drinking window, the nose a confluence of fleshy plum and ripe blackberries underscored by spice and a subtle top note of wild fennel. On the palate, the structure is particularly lovely—velvety tannins frame out a plush, black-fruited core. The acid balance is noteworthy too, it crescendos gracefully and subsides to a bay leaf and cedar finish. 14.8% ABV | Sample
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Straight up Petit Verdot. Brambly nose, grape and raspberry jam. Sharp acidity and pepper on the palate. Nice to try the varietal stand-alone, but can better see its usage in blends.
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2/3/2018 - DENNISREITZ wrote: 92 Points
- It's balanced with a medium/full body. Juicy texture with a long finish - Meant to say, agree with community note!
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1/27/2018 - NavyVet6874 Likes this wine: 89 Points
It's ready !
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12/12/2017 - Christine Havens Likes this wine: 91 Points
Aged 19 months in 100% neutral oak, the 2012 Spring Valley Vineyard Sharilee Petit Verdot is within it's drinking window, the nose a confluence of fleshy plum and ripe blackberries underscored by spice and a subtle top note of wild fennel. On the palate, the structure is particularly lovely—velvety tannins frame out a plush, black-fruited core. The acid balance is noteworthy too, it crescendos gracefully and subsides to a bay leaf and cedar finish. 14.8% ABV | Sample
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8/25/2017 - Ecbatana wrote: 89 Points
Straight up Petit Verdot. Brambly nose, grape and raspberry jam. Sharp acidity and pepper on the palate. Nice to try the varietal stand-alone, but can better see its usage in blends.
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