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Abruzzo / Abruzzi Wines | Prices, Types & Reviews

Written By: Brian Freedman on Wednesday, July 12, 2006
This region extends from the mountains of central Italy to the coast of the Adriatic Sea. Within these limits, some of the most popular and affordable red wines in Italy are produced. The most famous one is the Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, a varietal wine made from the grape of the same name. It is often darkly fruity with hints of pepper and...read more
 

Petite Sirah Wines | Prices, Types & Reviews

Written By: Brian Freedman on Tuesday, July 11, 2006
Despite its name, Petite Sirah is not believed to be related to the variety known as Syrah. However, much like Syrah, Petite Sirah produces a varietal wine that is peppery and full-bodied. Petite Sirah grows particularly well in Mendocino and Sonoma in California.

Though Petite Sirah is often made into an excellent varietal wine, its high level...

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WBW 40: Rosenblum Cellars Petite Sirah 2005

Written By: Brian Freedman on Friday, December 14, 2007

Rosenblum Cellars Petite Sirah 2005 "Heritage Clones"

This wine exhibits all the inky color and concentration you’d expect from a Rosenblum Petite Sirah, though at 14.4% alcohol, it’s lower-octane than a number of their other bottlings of this varietal. (The 2004 Mendocino County Eagle Point Vineyard, for example, is an almost Port-like 15.5%; the 2005 Sonoma County Kick Ranch rings in at a brawny...read more