13% Petite Sirah. There is a mix of drama and control in this wine, and it deviates from the expected norm for Rockpile Zinfandels to its great benefit. The depth and intensity possible from wines of the area are certainly evident here but so too is a brighter, more vibrant quality that firms up the wine's back end and finish while adding a bit of aging potential that should see it grow in the bottle.

Rating for United States-California: 79 (slightly worse than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: unpredictable<br/>

Dark cherry and chocolate nose. Rich dark chocolate and intense strawberry flavors with very long finish that elevates blueberry and tapers into dry tannins.

dark cherry, hint of chocolate. nice with spaghetti carbonara and braised fennel

Bordering on velvety. Smooth. Like a cabernet.

great wine. drank in SLC