the Petite Masters

December 27, 2017

CIA Copia presents The Petite Masters

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Reviews

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 Aratas Chardonnay leaps from the glass with scents of ripe apricot, lemon meringue and honeycomb…

Wine Advocate, Lisa Perrotti-Brown

“Best of Class” “Best in the West”

Sunset Magazine Int'l Wine CompetitionSunset International Wine Competition2014-2017, 2020 and 2022

“Editor’s Pick” “Top Rhones from California” Aratas Napa Valley Petite Sirah

Wine Spectator

The top ranked Petite Sirah, first place winner Aratas Wine… a beautiful example of 100% Petite Sirah

St Helena Star/Napa Vintners

The “Top Petite Sirahs of the Year- 2015” [2011 Aratas Petite Sirah]

Wine Spectator

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

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

2020 Sunset Int'l Wine Competition

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

If God invented a better food pairing than petite sirah and steely ribeye, she has not yet revealed it to me.

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