Aromas of black cherries, chocolate, and a hint of violets. Mid to high tannins, bright acidity. Pair with roasted sirloin steak and broccolini pasta, or polenta with sausage.

Petite Sirah (aka, Durif) is the offspring of Syrah and Peloursin. Durif was developed in France in the mid-1800s to resist powdery mildew but was found to be less resistant to gray rot, which exists more in France than in the drier climate of California. Petite Sirah is often blended with Zinfandel to add structure and color to a wine and, of course, is also a fantastic standalone wine.