“Editor’s Pick” “Top Rhones from California” 2010 Napa Valley Petite Sirah
Wine Spectator
“the highest rating I’ve ever given a Petite Sirah”
Steve Heimoff
The “Top Petites of 2015”
Wine Spectator
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 2017 Chardonnay leaps from the glass with scents of ripe apricot, lemon meringue and honeycomb…
Wine Advocate, Lisa Perrotti-Brown
…By invitation only, Double-Gold honors a wine when every judge agrees. “Double Gold” 2013 Aratas Shake Ridge Ranch
American Fine Wine Competition
The top ranked Petite Sirah- first place winner Aratas Wine… a beautiful example of 100% Petite Sirah
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
2018 American Masters of Petite Sirah
Culinary Institute of America at Copia
Difficult decision… from 2700 wines… “Best in Class” goes to Aratas 2016 Petite Sirah
2020 Sunset Int'l Wine Competition