2018 Fore

Petite Sirah

We have been crafting Petite Sirah from our Jardine Vineyard since 1999. Petite Sirah was one of our first choices to plant in Paso Robles and we quickly realized its potential. Since then, we have increased our focus on this exciting varietal.

The name Fore relates to our Jardine Vineyard in the Estrella District, where golf balls are often found from the nearby golf course. Planted in well-drained soils, the vines are very low yielding, resulting in a wine of high concentration.

The grapes for this wine were handpicked in October and sorted for quality in the vineyard. The fruit was then fermented in small fermenters before undergoing malolactic fermentation and aging in selected tight-grained French oak barrels. This limited lot was then gently racked throughout the aging process for natural clarification until it was bottled unfined and unfiltered.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Boysenberry with notes of cola, mocha, white pepper and fine tobacco
Taste: Full-bodied with dark berry fruits, mocha, graphite and a long, creamy finish