Petit Verdot

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Historically, Petit Verdot was used as a minor component in many of Bordeaux’s finest encepagement. When able to ripen fully the grape can add a rich purple color, firm tannins and an exotic floral and spicy perfume to the resulting wines. read more...However, despite its positive attributes the grapes tendency to not reach maturity in the relatively cool climes of Bordeaux became a frustration for many producers in that region. As a result, acreage of Petit Verdot decreased consistently over the second half of the 20th century. But all was not lost for Petit Verdot. In the 1980s and 1990s, producers in California and Australia, keen on creating Bordeaux blends using traditional grape varietals, simultaneously began planting the grape varietal in their respective regions. In the warm and dry conditions of South Australia and Northern California, where getting grapes to full ripeness is not an issue, Petit Verdot has not only succeeded but thrived. Acreage of Petit Verdot in both regions is on the upswing. While many of the ‘New World’ producers continue to use Petit Verdot as a minor component of Bordeaux blends, an ever growing number are using the grape to make deeply pigmented, highly extracted and aromatic single varietal labeled wines. In a culture, where bigger is better it should comes as no surprise Petit Verdot is a rising star in the California and Australian wine industries.

You are such a temperamental performer, Miss Verdot. You seek stardom and the highest salary, but you have yet to prove yourself in a starring role. We have seen you add color and spice to legendary ensemble performances. But, at this time it would be foolhardy to cast you in a leading role without the support of such established stars as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Your tendency toward immaturity and not showing up for the final act puts fear in the hearts of producers from Bordeaux to Napa. For now, we will watch for your cameos in the indie film arena, where you can explore and flaunt your depth as a lead performer.    (hide)

HondaJohn reviewed Gundlach Bundschu Winery Vintage Reserve 2006:

November 2009

HondaJohn

This is the ‘big boy’ of the GunBun lineup. Labels feature the works of American artists. Seems to be the trend these days. Ignoring the label this wine is great. Classic Bordeaux style blend. Big aromas including...

Gundlach Bundschu Winery Vintage Reserve 2006

Starting at $80^.00 Snoothrank: 4/5

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zerekj01 reviewed Pasos Vineyards Petit Verdot California 2003:

November 2009

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Pasos Vineyards Petit Verdot California 2003

Starting at $45^.00 Snoothrank: 3/5

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suzyleeogata reviewed Tenuta Dell'Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore Ornellaia 2005:

November 2009

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Tenuta Dell'Ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore Ornellaia 2005

Starting at $46^.73 Snoothrank: 4/5

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andrewlevitt257 reviewed Truchard Petit Verdot Truchard Vineyard 2005:

November 2009

andrewlevitt257

Cedar out the wazz.

Truchard Petit Verdot Truchard Vineyard 2005

Snoothrank: 4/5

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forsynthia reviewed Robert Mondavi Winery Vinetta Private Selection 2005:

November 2009

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Robert Mondavi Winery Vinetta Private Selection 2005

Starting at $10^.99 Snoothrank: 3/5

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GregT wrote in the forum topic: Non-Malbec Argentinean Wines

October 2009

GregT

Charles - they really haven't hit it with pinot noir yet. They're trying it in ... ones. And there are a few petit verdots around and a couple more on the way. For me, syrah seems to have a better future in Chile,...

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easterner1 wrote in the forum topic: Newbie

October 2009

easterner1

katiellen, try Marietta Old Vine Red, or Columbia Crest Cabernet Merlot, or ... Virginia Cab Franc and Petit Verdot are available by you, but might cost more that $20 happy sampling

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shelbo reviewed Tom Scott Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2005:

October 2009

shelbo

Outrageously good Bordeaux style blend. One step outside of Stag's Leap Appellation, but really within the Stag's Leap climate and soil profile. Cabernet, Cab Franc, Petite Verdot, Merlot. Think Pahlmeyer/Opus One.

Tom Scott Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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ChrisCaughman reviewed Pahlmeyer Proprietary Red Cabernet Sauvignon 2005:

October 2009

ChrisCaughman

With a powerful blend of 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot and 1% Malbec, this wine is an absolute monster. An opaque, inky purple core fades ever so slightly to a bright ruby rim....

Pahlmeyer Proprietary Red Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

Starting at $144^.00 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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easterner1 reviewed Rocca Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2004:

October 2009

easterner1

A gorgeous wine, from the cherry and vanilla nose to the full, voluptuous mouthfeel, to the lingering finish. Cheap at $65.00. I can see how it won "Best of the Best" at a Paris blind tasting for each of two separate...

Rocca Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2004

Starting at $65^.00 Snoothrank: 4/5

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