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August 24, 2020

Aratas 2016 Napa valley Petite Sirah bottle with Best in Class

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Difficult decision… from 2700 wines… “Best in Class” goes to Aratas 2016 Petite Sirah – 99Pts

2020 Sunset Int'l Wine Competition

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

The Aratás wines are dark and seductive, with sensuous textures that nevertheless feel built for the cellar.

Wine & Spirits"Napa Valley's Petite Conversion"

“Aratas…beautifully sculpted wine” Editors’ Choice

Wine EnthusiastNovember 2017

…By invitation only, Double-Gold honors a wine when every judge agrees. “Double Gold” 2013 Aratas Shake Ridge Ranch

American Fine Wine Competition

“One of the 9 best wines from the Rutherford AVA”

ROBB REPORT - Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen

Aratás puts more bottle age on their Petite Sirah than most, and the extra maturity shows…a beautifully sculpted wine.

The Wine Enthusiast, J.Gordon

2018 American Masters of Petite Sirah

Culinary Institute of America at Copia

Millennials are searching for wines with character and authenticity. Petite Sirah is a rare gem on many lists; its elusive allure captures those in search of something genuine and intrinsically all-American. Those who strive to be unique are searching for wines like Petite.

Stephanie DouglasVintnerAratas WineryNapa, CA

“This well-made wine showcases the variety well… concentrated and structured” “Editor’s Pick”

Wine Enthusiast ~Virginie Boone