Shannon Ridge, High Elevation Collection Petite Sirah, Lake County
Shannon Ridge · California › Lake County › United States of America
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89
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24
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Taster #4552
· Jun 10, 2025
89/100
medium+ purple-ruby Medium+ intensity black currants, black cherry, blackberry plum, red cherry, vanilla, blueberry, strawberry, raspberry Medium alcohol, medium+ body, medium+ acidity, Medium+ intensity, high tannins
2023 vintage
Taster #2709
· Apr 25, 2023
90/100
This did age well and could possibly continue to do so. Has changed since it was young (when it was also excellent). Nose of tomato leaves, rhubarb and clay. Good acid in the mouth - not big but a good food wine - with red peppers, 95% dark chocolate and slight fennel. Medium length finish with medium roast coffee grounds and radish after the heat has dissipated.
2013 vintage
Taster #0652
· Dec 1, 2021
90/100
Yummy definitely upgraded my frozen Indian dinner. Big tannins that coat your teeth and dye your lips. tart. Dark fruits hiding in the mist. Opaque garnet. Had the 17 and it was good. I think this is better buying the 19 while it is still available.
2018 vintage
Taster #3784
· Mar 31, 2021
94/100
Back to California for the deep red, juicy fruit. Big everything here but all balanced. Almost iridescent purple. Fruity nose of mainly blueberries. Blueberries on the tongue and lots of tannins with no oaky taste.
2018 vintage
Taster #5497
· Mar 27, 2021
90/100
Dark red in the glass. Medium body. Minimal burn of alcohol. Very easy drink from beginning to end. Very good purchase for 9-10 dollars
2018 vintage
Taster #7044
· Jan 30, 2021
88/100
Impulse purchase @ Costco (14.8% abv - $9) Opened one hour before serving at room temp w/entrée of Lasagne, Caprese Salad & Garlic Bread. Dark cherry opaque red on the pour. Elegant nose of cherry, spice. Hearty and Full-bodied; Dark Cherry, Plum and Pepper on the palate. Prominent Tannin, maybe a little 'woody,' leaving a little fuzziness on the tooth. A bit harsh, not quite rounded or smooth enough to warrant a higher rating but may smooth out with some …
2018 vintage
Taster #1491
· Jan 22, 2021
Bold, peppery, dryyy. Pear and Tart lemon, ginger
2018 vintage
Taster #8251
· Oct 30, 2020
88/100
Buy again
2018 vintage
Taster #6674
· Oct 6, 2020
Bland
2013 vintage
Taster #3259
· Sep 18, 2020
85/100
Dark purple opaque cranberry rim. on the nose Nose, Gamey, fat Venison, raw burger palate Meaty blackberry high tannins cold black coffee on the finish.. finish was medium length Decent wine. ill buy again.. lay it down longer and see how it changes
2018 vintage
Taster #2351
· Jul 19, 2020
95/100
We liked this wine. Big flavors- but not overpowering. Well balanced. For the pricie - circa $12 - you can not beat it. It is well balanced. Orders another six bottles.
2018 vintage
Taster #1738
· Jun 10, 2020
Dark and a little heavy for a petit Syrah. Fruity with some tannins but not too overpowering. Good with meats or anything with lots of spices. Maybe even something actually spicy.
2018 vintage
Taster #9092
· May 25, 2020
93/100
Decant this one for sure. Fruit forward with low tannins. Slight mineral. Well balanced, unique for a Petite Sirah.
2018 vintage
Taster #1954
· Sep 18, 2019
87/100
Fine grained tannins. Fairly bold for a Petit Sirah. Long finish.
2018 vintage
Taster #4259
· Mar 3, 2019
91/100
Well balanced. Fruity but not too much. Just right amount of tannin. Would buy again.
2011 vintage
Taster #6463
· May 28, 2017
86/100
Nice wine, a bit spicy... Chilled it & had with bacon wrapped scallops.
2013 vintage
Taster #6621
· Apr 28, 2017
89/100
Bought at PA state store. Very nice.
2013 vintage
Taster #9645
· Feb 4, 2017
91/100
Love this Petite Sirah! Well balanced, enough oak to soften the dark fruit flavors, but still very fruit forward. The color is a deep ruby, almost chocolate. High in tannin, but not overly acidic. Alcohol content is high, as most good Petite Sirah are, but does not take away from the dark fruit, cocoa, and cigar box flavor.
2013 vintage
Taster #6459
· Jan 19, 2017
90/100
Big nose of baking spices and baked pastry when swirled. Sweet featuring black fruit strongly on the palate. Quite a bit of tanin and moderate acidity. Well balanced, featuring many subtle aromas and flavors. Very tasty Petite Sirah.
2013 vintage
Taster #3024
· Sep 23, 2016
88/100
Terrific PQR at state monopoly price of $10. Fairly big, warm wine with good fruit and structure.
2013 vintage
Taster #9584
· Jul 22, 2016
89/100
Decanted for 30 mins. Very good for about an hour then it lost it luster.
2011 vintage
Taster #7794
· Jul 11, 2016
85/100
Opaque deep purple -- looks like Welch's grape juice. Solid core of dark fruit, but packs a wallop of tannins. Acidity is moderate and does help with balance a bit, but the overall impression leans toward sweet. This is stern enough that it seems like it may need time, but I suspect it lacks the stuffing to go more than a few years. So if you like your Petites big and powerful, may as well get in here now.
2013 vintage
Taster #6171
· Jun 3, 2016
Big Petite and tasty too. Petite and Barbera were my two favorites.
2013 vintage
Taster #3699
· Apr 7, 2016
81/100
Dark ruby, bit of tannin, little strong, not bad for $10. I liked it a bit more than Shirley
2013 vintage
Taster #9584
· Jan 30, 2015
91/100
Very tannic on day 1. Good fruit but not yet balanced. Drinking well right now after some time to open up. I will give this a couple years to rest then it should improve.
2011 vintage
Taster #5092
· Nov 24, 2014
87/100
Jammy and spicy. Opens nicely.
2011 vintage