Jaffurs Wine Cellars - Thompson Vineyard Petite Sirah Santa Barbara County 2021
Price: $36.99
| Producer | Jaffurs Wine Cellars |
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| Country | California |
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| Region | Santa Barbara County |
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| Varietal | Petite Sirah |
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| Vintage | 2021 |
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| Sku | 33255 |
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Vinous: 94 Points
The 2021 Petite Sirah Thompson Vineyard is terrific and also a step up from most previous years. Longer time in barrel (18 months versus 10) and a cooler growing season are among the reasons the Petite is so strong in 2021. There's plenty of inky, primary Petite fruit and fabulous purity, along with exceptional balance. What a great way to end this tasting."
Jeb Dunnuck: 93 Points
The 2021 Petite Sirah Thompson Vineyard is a perennial winner. Coming all from the Thompson Vineyard in the Alisos Canyon region of Santa Barbara County and brought up in 18% new American oak, its deep purple hue is followed by a beautiful array of red, black, and blue fruits interwoven with cedarwood, flowery incense, and peppery herbs. It's rich and full-bodied, with beautiful fruit and fine tannins. This is one incredibly classy Petite Sirah that has plenty of up-front appeal yet, I suspect, the balance and structure to evolve for well over a decade."
