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En Garde Winery | Red Hills of Lake County
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Petite Sirah 2018

$65.00 / 750 ml
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This wine unfolds beautifully with deep, dark aromas of blackberry, black cherry, and plum, accented by elegant hints of wild licorice. The rich fruit carries seamlessly onto the palate, where polished, juicy tannins provide structure and depth. Layers of blueberry intertwine with earthy notes of bark and black mushrooms, while a subtle graphite minerality lingers beneath. A wisp of dustiness adds intrigue, leading to a long, velvety finish softened by hints of vanilla cola.
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Body (Light - Full)
Extra Light
Full
Taste (Dry - Sweet)
Bone Dry
Sweet
Profile (Earthy - Fruity)
Earth Forward
Fruit Forward
Highlights
  • Varietal percentages: 85% Petite Sirah, 15% Zinfandel
  • Farming: Sustainable
Winery Info
EN GARDE WINERY
En Garde founder and winemaker Csaba Szakál's profound passion for winemaking traces back to his childhood, spent on his family's vineyards in Hungary. It was there, amidst the vines, that he developed an intimate understanding of the delicate balance required to cultivate exceptional wine. Szakál firmly believes that great wine is the result of a collaborative effort, where skilled growers and meticulous vineyard practices come together in harmony. Partnering with esteemed growers across Napa and Sonoma, he crafts wines that express the distinctive terroir of each site with remarkable precision. Through his hands-on approach, Szakál consistently produces wines of unparalleled quality, capturing the essence of each vintage and varietal, even in the most challenging years.
Shipping & Delivery Info
Shipping States
En Garde Winery cannot ship to the following 5 states: AR, DE, MS, RI, UT.
About this wine
2018 Petite Sirah Bottle Image
Tasting Notes
This wine unfolds beautifully with deep, dark aromas of blackberry, black cherry, and plum, accented by elegant hints of wild licorice. The rich fruit carries seamlessly onto the palate, where polished, juicy tannins provide structure and depth. Layers of blueberry intertwine with earthy notes of bark and black mushrooms, while a subtle graphite minerality lingers beneath. A wisp of dustiness adds intrigue, leading to a long, velvety finish softened by hints of vanilla cola.
Serving Instructions
  • Open 1hr prior to serving. Serve at Room Temperature.
Glassware
  • Full-bodied Red Wine Glass—The ample size of this glass allows the bouquet to fully develop. It emphasizes the fruit by down playing the bitter qualities of the tannin and allows wines to achieve balance.
Food Pairings
  • manchego, bbq or smoked proteins like pork, pasta dishes with tomato based sauces, cabbage, carrots, green beans
Cheese Pairings
  • Semi-Firm / Firm / Polished
Wine Details
This bottle has the following characteristics:
Appellation
Red Hills of Lake County
Winemaker
Csaba Szakal
Aging
18 months
Barrel
33% new Hungarian oak
Harvest Date
9/27/2018
pH
3.75
Titratable Acidity (TA)
5.1 g/L
ABV
14.7
Bottled
03/2020
Case Production
150
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