2017 Petit Verdot, Smotrich Vineyard Temecula Valley

Traditionally used as blending grape in the old world, Petit Verdot is often used to add color and body to the resulting wines, However with meticulous farming and careful wine making, it can produce truly memorable, intense, full bodied, long-lived varitetal wines. The classic example displays notes of violet, leather and spice. Drink now or better yet,lay down: you will be sure to be rewarded! 15.8% Alcohol 73 cases Gold Medal,  New World International