Petit Verdot

 

Name of varietal: Petit Verdot
 
Common synonyms:m Petit Verdeau, Petit Verdot Noir, Verdot, Bouton, Carmelin
 
Parentage of the grape: Balisca (Albania via Greece or Rome)
 
History of the grape: It is thought Petit Verdot (“little green one”) predates Cabernet Sauvignon in Bordeaux, as far back as the 16th or 17th century. It is traditionally used as a blending grape to add body for its spicy and tannic characteristics, along with Cabernet and Merlot and sometimes Cabernet Franc. Because it is a late ripener and a persnickety grower, not much of it was replanted after the Phylloxera epidemic in the late 19th century. It is still used in Bordeaux, but mostly in warmer vintages. It has also taken hold in warmer climates of the world where it has more of a chance to thrive, such as Australia.  
 
Characteristics of the grape: dark, tannic, blackberry, black plum, spicy, clove, tobacco, cedar, black pepper. 
 
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  • Australia

    The history of wine-making in Australia dates back to the late 1700s when the first European se...

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  • Chile

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  • Sonoma County

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    High on the eastern slopes of Napa Valley just south of the town of St. Helena is a saddle covere...

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Petit Verdot on Snooth

  • Alpha Omega Proprietary Red 2010

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    Rich, elegant nose of dark cherry, blackberry and touches of lavender. Velvety on the palate with blue and black berries with hints of plum. Violet candy and dark cherry. Really nice.89 pts.5/9/13 at winery Read More

    Wine review by VegasOenophile


  • Van Der Heyden Red Table Wine NV

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    He said this was cab, merlot, petit verdot and cab franc from 05 and 06 vintages (one I tasted). Nose of fresh blackberry, currant, pomegranate and fresh herbs. Some mint notes. Great ripe fruit, vibrant on the palate. Good acidity and rich red and black berry fruit. Hints of purple fruit as well. Very tasty and offers a nice mouth watering... Read More

    Wine review by VegasOenophile


  • Chappellet Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Signature 2009

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    Dense and oaky at first with buttery notes and a deep whiff of coconut which integrates with air, allowing the pure core of simple yet intense black cherry and mineral fruit to emerge with time. Starting off a bit hollow, this fills in in the glass, showing freshly crushed black currant and black cherry fruit supported by earthy and medicinal fl... Read More

    Wine review by Gregory Dal Piaz


  • Swanson Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Instant Napa 2009

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    No written review

    Wine review by estam


  • Claret Diamond Collection 2010

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    A nice wine for everyday drinking. Recently returned from San Francisco where they get $32 per bottle, here in Washington, it's $15 go figure. This is a moderate grape flavor with an apparant tastes of raisin. The finish is ok with a nice feeling tannin reaction. Read More

    Wine review by jamessulis


  • Viña Cobos Cabernet Sauvignon Felino 2009

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    Bamboo and water chestnut dominate the nose in stunning and unusual fashion, and the savory note is present in the mouth as well, where it combines with dark fruit and a touch of citrus for a many-layered experience, the only defect being a somewhat bitter finish. (AV 88, http://argovino.com/?p=488) Read More

    Wine review by Argovino


  • Red Heads Studio the Moonlighters Red Blend 2007

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    56 percent Cab, 23 percent Petit Verdot, and 21 percent Tannat. Cassis fruits nominates this wine as it mixes with meaty flavors and spice. Vanilla from oak is also present. When I first tasted the wine it seemed harsh,but after an hour plus of decanting it became smoother and more balanced. Read More

    Wine review by Welkja


  • Michael David Petite Petit 2010

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    Wonderful blend of Petite Sirah and Petit Verdot, this powerful wine has a strong nose and would benefit from decanting and sitting a while before being consumed. On the nose is an oaky vanilla with notes of blueberry, plum, black and dark fruit. In the mouth it is meaty and peppery with hints leather, tar, and tobacco. Aggressive, chewy tannins. Read More

    Wine review by Craig Bilodeau


  • Michael David Petite Petit 2010

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    Powerful and stings the nostrils. Very big and purple and the nose screams of oaky vanilla. Huge oak on this wine! Aromas of blueberry, plum, black and purple fruits. Meaty and roasty with hints of game, tar, maduro tobacco. Big on the palate as well, bold and aggressive. Very dry and woody tannins. Lots of vanilla, blue, black and purple... Read More

    Wine review by VegasOenophile


  • Michael David Petite Petit 2010

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    This wine is a bit darker in color, with a bit of opacity at the center, easing toward some ruby at the edges. The nose on this one is quite a bit different, with some distinct woodsy notes reflecting the Petite Sirah (which also lends structure and the fantastic deep purple color), some wonderful fresh herb notes accented by anise and black ch... Read More

    Wine review by jtryka


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  • Amazing varietal that has flourished here in the Levant area of Spain. Try Casa de la Ermita Petit Verdot 2006 for a superbly distinctive interpretation of the varietal.

    Comment by 631179Dean Stevens 631179 Dean Stevens


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