“the highest rating I’ve ever given a Petite Sirah”
Steve Heimoff
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.
The top ranked Petite Sirah- first place winner Aratas Wine… a beautiful example of 100% Petite Sirah
Aratás puts more bottle age on their Petite Sirah than most, and the extra maturity shows…a beautifully sculpted wine.
“Best of the West” “The Best Wines of 2017”
Sunset MagazineSunset International Wine Competition2014, 2015 & 2017
Difficult decision… from 2700 wines… “Best in Class” goes to Aratas 2016 Petite Sirah
2020 Sunset Int'l Wine Competition
“Aratas…beautifully sculpted wine” Editors’ Choice
Wine EnthusiastNovember 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"
The “Top Petites of 2015”
Wine Spectator
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