2022 Monte Rio Cellars Petite Sirah, Lodi, California, USAABOUT THIS WINE Sourced from organically farmed vineyards in Lodi, this Petite Sirah is crafted with a focus on freshness and purity of fruit. Monte Rio Cellars employs minimal intervention winemaking, including native yeast fermentation and neutral oak aging, to highlight the natural intensity and structure of the variety. The result is a well balanced wine with both power and elegance, perfect for enjoying now or cellaring for added complexity.

herbicides or systemic fungicides

in the southeastern part of Zamora province

The estate emphasizes sustainable viticulture and meticulous vineyard management

Biodynamically farmed

placed in small boxes

a cooler subzone nestled in the foothills of the Alps

extracted tannins

followed by a 20-30 day fermentation in stainless steel with indigenous yeast

Grapes are hand-harvested at dawn to retain acidity and delicacy

stands guard a sculpture know among the workers as The Gatekeeper

000 liter barrels

ninth and tenth generation winegrowersJean and Ginette Thomas