Howell Mountain Vineyard

2010 Napa Valley Petite Sirah

The Goosecross Howell Mountain Vineyard Petite Sirah from the 2010 vintage is a stunning representation of Napa Valley's rich terroir. This red wine showcases a full-bodied character with remarkable depth and complexity, offering vibrant fruit intensity that brings forth luscious dark berry flavors, complemented by hints of black pepper and spice. The acidity is bright and lively, lifting the wine's profile and adding a refreshing quality. Tannins are notably structured and firm, providing a robust backbone that promises great aging potential. This Petite Sirah is bone dry, making it an excellent choice for pairing with hearty dishes, and capturing the essence of the Howell Mountain region's unique microclimate and winemaking traditions.

Tasting notes:

Chocolate

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Region:

Napa County

It may be small, but when it comes to American wine regions, they do not come much bigger than Napa County. Home to the famous Napa Valley, which comprises most of its area, the Napa name has gained global recognition for its exceptional wines—especially its Bordeaux varieties. Most Napa County wineries choose to be more location-specific when labeling their wine, listing the name of sub-regions like Yountville, Los Carneros or Rutherford to capitalize on the name recognition. However, with such an abundance of high-quality grapes grown across the region, plenty of négociant winemakers blend fruit from different sub-regions. This gives Napa County wines excellent regional balance, taking advantage of different terroirs and mesoclimates.

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