2005 Forlorn Hope Petite Sirah Les Deux Matieux

Matthew Rorick premieres Forlorn Hope following stints at Chasseur, Peter Michael and Miura. The brand was named for a military term describing the first cadre of volunteers that were thrust into the breach to fight and likely not survive. Those who came through it unscathed went on to greatness. The winery produces everything from Verdelho to Petite Verdot. A winery to watch.