Reviews & Ratings

2004 Michael David Phillips Petite Sirah "Earthquake"

Winery: Michael David Phillips

Vintage: 2004

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Earthquake"

Wine Category: Petite Sirah

Grape blend: 98% Petite Sirah & 2% Cabernet Sauvignon

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Lodi

State or country: CA

Price: $28

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 87.3 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (93.99-90)

Review date: February 11, 2007

Wine Review: I love well made Petite Sirah and this one takes the prize as the Best of Show for this years Boston Wine Expo. This rich purple colored wine has a very inviting bouquet that expresses a touch of vanilla. On the palate, the wine is smooth as silk and very nicely balanced. The finish is nicely dry and extends nicely as well. I really liked this wine. Ken

Winemaker Notes: Up front blueberry syrup, black cherry and coffee bean shake up the senses, finishing with warm cigar box cedar and vanillan flavors. Brawny, solid tannins send aftershocks down the throat creating a seemingly endless finish. When all is said and done this Petite Sirah leaves its mark of destruction, leaving teeth and glasses stained of its inky dark color.

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