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What were we drinking? Mon petite and my big fat lamb chops.
2004 Delectus Petite Sirah Napa ($57.99)
We had thick chops off the the grill with a wide strip of fat and a good char – marshmallows for grown-ups. The petite was just as fatty. Ravenswood’s 2007 Vintner’s Blend, is Ravenswood’s entry level edition of the varietal ($6.99), but the grape always packs so much smoke and rich texture that it’s almost bacon fat – with the very modern chocolate trim.
There was still enough hints of pepper and black cherry, underscoring why I love this oddball varietal especially with big flavored grilled meats. McManis and Bogle are fine producers at the same price point. For exceptional renditions of petite, try it from old hands of Seghesio in Alexander Valley ($31.99) or the rare old petites still made in Napa by Girard ($24.99) and Delectus ($57.99).
2 Comments to What were we drinking? Mon petite and my big fat lamb chops.
Chris, dude,
the really kewl dude down at B21 sold me a bottle of this La Granacha 2007. I am a bit confused as its called by the staff D’Andezon …Oh guy’s name was “Skates”?, who turned me on to this stuff…OMG it rocks!! well whatever….it is amazing stuff…any Rhone lover should Not miss this stuff, like 14 bucks…have you had it????
Nope, but it’ll be next on my list. It is d’Andezon and all old vines grenache/garnacha, but for some reason they call its Granacha, neither French or Spanish in spelling. And for those who care, it’s organic.
Have to round up more lamb chops!
December 10, 2009