2004 Concannon Central Coast Petite Sirah

Taste: 4/5
Value: 5/5
Price: $14-$18

I am not very familiar with Petite Sirah, other than knowing it is not the same as Syrah or Shiraz. "On its own, the flavor of Petite Sirah can be vaguely black peppery, but can mostly be described as "vinous" and, although agreeable, pleasant, and sometimes delicious, not highly distinctive. Nevertheless, wines made from Petite Sirah age slowly and can survive fairly long cellaring of ten years or more." According to the label, Concannon was the world's first winery to bottle Petite Sirah. I agreed with the description of this wine having depth and character from just the right amount of tannin, and being full-bodied, with rich cherry flavors. I also found it chewy with a long finish. Would definitely buy this taste above price point wine again.