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Our singular focus; Aratas Wine is founded by a dedication to American Heritage Petite Sirah. c.1884. Be unique. Drink Petite.~Stephanie Douglas, Vintner -
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“Best of the West” “Best Wines of 2017”
Sunset MagazineSunset International Wine CompetitionOctober 2014, 2015 & 2017
The Aratás wines are dark and seductive, with sensuous textures that nevertheless feel built for the cellar.
Wine & Spirits"Napa Valley's Petite Conversion"
“Editor’s Pick” 2010 Napa Valley Petite Sirah
Wine SpectatorJanuary 2013
Taming Petite Sirah
Wine EnthusiastFebruary 2013
“beautifully sculpted wine” 2017 Editors’ Choice
Wine EnthusiastNovember 2017
We all know that some whopping wine prices are based on reputation and scarcity. In a tasting like ours [Aratas] the true cream rises to the top
Sara Schneider Editor, Sunset Magazine
10 Standout California Rhones
Wine SpectatorApril 2014
Todays millennials are searching for wines with unique character. They search for authenticity on the label and in the products they purchase. Petite Sirah epitomizes that essence. A rare gem hidden in many wine lists; it stands steadfast in the shadows of the plethora of grapes bottled en mass today. By that very nature, its elusive allure is drawing fans in search of something genuine, intrinsically all- American and independent in spirit. Those who strive to be unique are searching for wines like Petite.
“the highest rating I’ve ever given a Petite Sirah”
Steve Heimoff
Top Rhone Wines from California
Wine SpectatorMarch 2012