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2023 St. Amant Petite Sirah "Mohr Fry Ranches"

Winery: St. Amant

Vintage: 2023

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Mohr Fry Ranches"

Wine Category: Petite Sirah

Grape blend: Petite Sirah

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Lodi

State or country: CA

Price: $26

Cases produced: 336

KWG Score: 91.5 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)

Review date: October 19, 2026

Wine Review: This opaque and midnight purple colored Petite Sirah from St. Amant opens with a musty bramble berry and black licorice bouquet with hints of bacon fat. On the palate, this wine is full bodied with integrated plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, round, slightly viscous, and zesty. The flavor profile is a black licorice and black pepper blend with notes of blackberry and dark chocolate. I also detected hints of blueberry, black tea, and just a touch of peach in the aftertaste. The finish is dry, and its flavors, lively acidity, and moderate tannins linger and last for a while. I would pair this Petite Sirah with a tangy pulled pork platter. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Blackberry Bramble * Blueberry * Spice

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