Bogle Petite Sirah 2018
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Purple. Inky. Rich. Jammy. The 2018 Petite Sirah embodies all of these and more. From the touches of mocha and cocoa on the nose, to the juicy boysenberry and blueberry fruit on the palate, this wine overdelivers. The silky mouthfeel leads to even softer tannins, wrapping around the wine like your favorite blanket on a rainy day. Luscious and decadent, this wine finishes with vanilla and sweet clove, lingering after its aging in American oak for 12 months.
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Delicious blackberry, blueberry and dark-chocolate flavors are wrapped in thick but soft tannins. This is a full-bodied wine, with a mouthcoating texture. Best Buy.
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COMMENTARY: The 2018 Bogle Vineyards Petite Sirah offers a delicious tactile elevation on the palate. TASTING NOTES: This wine exhibits black fruit and licorice aromas and flavors. Enjoy it with grilled, well-spiced short ribs. (Tasted: November 22, 2020, San Francisco, CA)
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