October 16, 2022 - Dark and inky. Nice aged PS.
January 18, 2017 - Reminds me of why I love PS so much - especially from Biale. Dense, deep and inky in the glass. Smooth tannins, fruit is a bit shy at first, but opens up to a dark fruit with a waft of blueberry on the nose. Expansive and long on the palate and finish. Glad I still have two more bottles. No hurry - I think it has at least another decade left in it.
October 24, 2016 - On first impression, not nearly as inky dark as some other petite sirahs. The flavor profile was also a bit less intense. Still very enjoyable, but noticed more red fruits initially than deep black fruits. Developed nicely over the next hour. Full bodied, long finish. K liked a lot.
November 30, 2014 - Bright fruit and medium body with nice finish.
September 16, 2014 - Strain and splash decant ... Big, upfront splash of red and black fruit, mellows into a hit of vanilla cream. Rich, plush and lush ... Like red velvet cupcakes in a glass. Some tannic backbone keeps it from being overly flabby, but this is very fruit forward. Extremely smooth and very tasty, but lacks some of the complexity and depth I hope for in a Petite Sirah. Lovely wine, but not a very good QPR.
September 10, 2013 - I love Petit Sirah and I think Biale is among the top producers for it and this was no exception. Rich, plush and vibrant and with a slight acidic pop to keep your palate interested. Nice with BBQ
May 7, 2013 - I love Biale wines and this is no exception, rich and concentrated with slight drying tannins and a slight spice finish. I would drink it within 2 to 3 years.
March 3, 2013 - A nose of dark fruit and spice, dark black purple in color. A full bodied single vineyard PS, with blueberry, black cherry, dark currant, with a licorice and spice finish, solid wine.
February 24, 2013 - Bottle has improved with age. Tannins have settled and come into better balance.
December 24, 2012 - India ink color, dark and understated fruit gives way to a mocha. Medium finish. Worked well with beef stew.