2012 Turley Petite Sirah Library Vineyard
Wine Advocate | Rating: 97
The 2012 Petite Syrah Library Vineyard is even richer and fuller. This spectacular Petite Syrah is meant for 30 years of evolution.Author: Robert ParkerInternational Wine Cellar | Rating: 92
(this is 85% petite sirah, plus bits of 26 other varieties, including 9 whites; from vines planted between the 1880s and 1920s): Bright red-ruby. Blackberry and licorice on the nose, lifted by a lavender topnote. Vibrant and sharply delineated, with peppery acidity energizing the perfumed flavors of cassis, spices and fresh apricot. Very complex and subtle wine with uncanny verve for its 3.8 pH. These old field blends are full of surprises.Author: Stephen TanzerIssue: May/June 2014
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Drink Dates: 2013-2043Author: DeeDeeSelf | Rating: 90
Very thick mouthfell and great balance on this dark Petite. Well doneAuthor: minnowboy
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Collector Data For This Wine
- 69 bottles owned
- 41 collectors
- Average collector rating: 90
(Out of 41 collectors)