Stags' Leap Winery Petite Sirah 2020 is a wine that will satisfy any wine lover's taste buds. Its dark and dense appearance is a prelude to the multiple layers of flavor present in this vintage. The fruit-forward bramble berry taste combined with touches of earth and lovely floral tones, accompanied by savory notes of black pepper and cigar box spice, provides a well-balanced oak integration.
On the palate, the wine exhibits a ripe and saturated flavor profile of cassis, blackberry preserves, blueberry creme, cherry kirsch, vanilla spice, and dark plum. The intense mouthfeel is complemented by a silky viscosity with voluminous texture, wrapped in velvety mouth-coating tannins that lead to a generous and lengthy finish. This wine is perfect for immediate enjoyment, but it also has the depth and complexity to age beautifully for many years to come, making it an excellent choice for any wine collector.
Critic Ratings
James Suckling Review - Rated 93:
Lovely aromas of toasted herbs, baked plums, nutmeg and chicory root. Full-bodied with tight tannins. Juicy and succulent red and black fruit on the palate, accented by notes of hot paprika, rosemary and allspice. Complex, but remains approachable. 86% petite sirah, 6% syrah, 5% grenache and 3% mixed Rhone varieties. Best after 2025.
