Notes of: Violet

Notes of: Clove

Notes of: Cocoa

Notes of: Licorice

Notes of: Black Pepper

Notes of: Blueberry

Cupcake

Cupcake Petite Sirah

United States, Central Coast California

Red wine

3.8

Expert Rating

3.3

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Cupcake Petite Sirah is a rich and full-bodied wine that is produced by Cupcake Vineyards. This wine is sourced from select vineyards in California's Central Coast region, which is known for its ideal growing conditions for Petite Sirah grapes. The vineyards feature well-draining soils and a warm climate, which allows the grapes to ripen fully and develop intense flavors. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels. The resulting wine is a deep purple color with aromas of blackberry, blueberry, and vanilla. On the palate, it is bold and complex, with flavors of dark fruit, chocolate, and spice. This wine is perfect for those who enjoy full-bodied red wines with a rich and intense flavor profile.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This full-bodied Petite Sirah from Cupcake is a great example of the varietal's potential in the sunny California climate.On the nose, you get aromas of ripe blueberry and blackberry, with some licorice and herbal notes. The palate is packed with juicy dark fruit flavors, complemented nicely by hints of pepper, cocoa, and earthy minerality. The finish is smooth and long, with a pleasant lingering of sweet spice. This bold and fruit-forward Petite Sirah is sure to please.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Full

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Petite Sirah

ORIGINS

Winery: Cupcake

Region: Central Coast California

The Central Coast of California is a wine lover's paradise, boasting a wide variety of climates, soils, and grape varieties. Located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Central Coast spans from Monterey County in the north to Santa Barbara County in the south. With its diverse topography and Mediterranean climate, the Central Coast is home to some of the most renowned wineries in the United States. The Central Coast has a long and storied history of winemaking, dating back to the mid-1800s. The first vineyards were planted in the Santa Clara Valley, and by the late 1800s, the region was producing some of the finest wines in the country. The region's reputation for quality wines was further solidified in the early 1989, when the Santa Clara Valley was declared among the first American Viticultural Area (AVA) in the United States.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.3

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