Uplift Vineyard
2023 Petite Sirah
77% Petite Sirah, 13% Merlot, 10% Malbec
- Vintage2023
- TypeRed
- AppellationTexas Hill Country AVA
- DrinkEnjoy by 2035
- ServeChill to 59°F. Decanting recommended
- ABV
- 13.8%
- TA
- 6.82 g/L
- pH
- 3.79
- RS
- 0.70 g/L
- Cases Made
- 46
When to drink it
Drinking at its peak - decant recommendedEnjoy by 2035
From Claire Richardson, Winemaker
The 2023 Petite Sirah opens with a complex and aromatic profile of mint and eucalyptus, intertwined with bold notes of blackberry, dried blueberry, and the earthy warmth of worn leather. Hints of anise, cigar box, and black tea leaf add further layers of depth.
The Vintage
Much needed rain and mild temperatures before several weeks of long 100+ degree temperatures. Sugars stalled, but grapes were harvested at ideal pH and acidity levels with great balance.
Winemaking
Fermented in large oak fermenter. Aged for 16 months in 30% new French oak barrels.
Food Pairing
Braised short ribs and charred garden vegetables.
The Vineyard
Our 55 planted acres are within the Hoover’s Valley, which runs through the Llano Uplift formation in the Texas Hill Country AVA.
Situated near the banks of the Colorado River, the alluvial soils along with the significant mineral deposits make this a truly unique growing environment. Uplift itself has four distinct soil types, with each planted variety chosen for its suitability to the ground in which it resides: sand, granite, sandy loam and clay.
Petite Sirah Block F: est. 2015, sandy loam soil, clone 05SM, 05ID
Elevation: 860 to 880 feet
Vineyard manager: Rob Strain