Sparkman 2012 Ring of Fire Petite Sirah (Yakima Valley)

Country: US / Washington
Variety: Petite Sirah
Winery: Sparkman / Ring of Fire

From Olsen vineyard grapes, this is brawny, ripe, dark and oaky—what else would you expect? It’s a take-no-prisoners red that is loaded with spicy blackberry fruit. Tannins are ripe and in proportion, and the fruit has that notable lift from vivid acidity that sets Washington reds apart.