2022 Proprietary Petite Sirah

Only in those vintages perfectly suited to Petite Sirah will we bottle this elusive, tantalizing varietal. It’s necessary to use the utmost finesse and discretion when working with this varietal, but the resulting wine is supremely elegant and shows beautiful blue fruit – making all the effort worthwhile.

Member Price: $71 – $84

The Proprietary family of wines are comprised of unique blends and varietals sourced entirely from our Rutherford Estate. Crafted with balance and a dedication to expressing our terroir, these wines represent an annual “homage” to the vintage and are made exclusively for members and guests of Round Pond Estate and not available elsewhere.

Tasting Notes

Aromatic notes of strawberry and plum are balanced with savory notes of black olive and a touch of black pepper. Blackberry compote and boysenberry notes are complemented by bittersweet chocolate and a touch of Rutherford dust. Fine, silky tannins lend to a lush palate with well-balanced acidity leading to a lingering finish.

Vineyard Notes

The 2022 vintage was the third in a string of drought years. Despite the drought, there was well-timed Spring rain that boosted the vines’ vigor allowing for nicely established canopies for both shade and photosynthesis. The weather remained relatively mild and even, with routine fog patterns cooling nighttime and morning temperatures. At Labor Day, a significant heat wave impacted the entire Western States. Round Pond’s “California sprawl” trellis systems provide excellent vine balance and diverse sun exposures.

Technical Details

Type:

Red

Region:

California

Appellation:

Rutherford

Vintage:

2022

Case Production:

194 cases