The “Top Petites of 2015”
Wine Spectator
2018 American Masters of Petite Sirah
Culinary Institute of America at Copia
“Aratas…beautifully sculpted wine” Editors’ Choice
Wine EnthusiastNovember 2017
“Best in Class”
Sunset Magazine Int'l Wine CompetitionSunset International Wine Competition2014, 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"
Millennials are searching for wines with character and authenticity. Petite Sirah is a rare gem on many wine lists; 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.
…By invitation only, Double-Gold honors a wine when every judge agrees. “Double Gold” 2013 Aratas Shake Ridge Ranch
American Fine Wine Competition
Difficult decision… from 2700 wines… “Best in Class” goes to Aratas 2016 Petite Sirah
2020 Sunset Int'l Wine Competition
The 2017 Chardonnay leaps from the glass with scents of ripe apricot, lemon meringue and honeycomb…
Wine Advocate, Lisa Perrotti-Brown
“the highest rating I’ve ever given a Petite Sirah”
Steve Heimoff