2010 Relic Petite Sirah Old Vines Calistoga Frediani Vineyard

Bright ruby. Blackberry, blueberry and violet on the nose; a distinctly floral rather than peppery version of petite sirah. Elegant and nicely delineated, with very good acidity energizing the dark berry flavors. Finishes with serious tannic clout but also very good lift. From the Al Frediani vineyard just to the east of Araujo Estate.