Lot 541 | 2023 Sonoma Valley Petit Verdot 750ml

Lot 541
2023 Sonoma Valley Petit Verdot

750ml
$22.00
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Available for purchase in the U.S. only excluding AK, DE, HI, RI, UT.

$45/bottle under the original label

Lot 541 is a rare 100% Petit Verdot from a local producer specializing in high-end, single-vineyard wines. Their approach to this tricky varietal involves crafting it with a precision most wineries typically save for their flagship programs, which allowed the grape’s robustness and natural fruit profile to shine. It's a beautifully structured wine that oozes finesse and nuance.

Pouring a beautiful ruby hue, this Petit Verdot defies expectation with its poised restraint and lifted aromatics. On the nose, violet and lilac florals are layered over dark cherries, plums, and a halo of fresh sage and blue fruit. A remarkably elegant palate opens with plum and black cherry, accented by white pepper, fresh-turned earth, and new leather. Medium acidity provides lift, while fine-grained fresh tannins stretch across the palate with near endless length. A beautiful barrel-focused character reveals itself on the finish, followed by resonant fruit tones and vanilla blossoms that linger long after the last sip.


13.9% alc

Overall rating: 4.3157897 / 5 from 19 reviews.

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Something Different

"Give this one a try if you’re enjoying some of the non-traditional grapes on their own. Petite Verdot gets used mostly in blends so you don’t see many wineries that produce it. When I do run into one from a label I’m familiar with I’ll usually grab a bottle and I’m glad I did with this one."

— steve m. (4/5)

It's good now, but -

"I like to try young wines to get a sense of their potential. This PV is has lighter body than many, with tannins and spice that show promise. I won't revisit it again until next year."

— Erik E. (4/5)

Very Good

"We really enjoy Petit Verdot and this is an excellent example. I suspect more time will make it even better."

— JP B. (4/5)

Petit Verdot

"Beautiful dark color, very nice legs, love the deep punt bottle, enjoy the taste as it has a bit of a bite, this is an excellent wine and a great value. Have tasted the other petit Verdot, a tad more expensive, and we like this version better. Have also tried the Malbec which is a great choice. Have not been disappointed by any of our several de Negose choices and we drink red wine seven daze a week in our house so we know a good wine when we taste one!"

— John C. (5/5)

Just ok

"It’s ok. Give it some time to breath. It’s not amazing but it’ll do for an easy glass of wine."

— Kurt G. (3/5)

Light, delicious red

"Nice, lighter red that is a crowd-pleaser with friends."

— Lucie B. (5/5)

Buy it Again

"I had never had this wine varietal and found it delicious. Deep red and juicy, I would buy it again. And the bouquet was wonderful!"

— KERRY M. (4/5)

Enjoyable alternative

"Lots of flavor upfront, then across the mid-palate. Light on tannin backbone. Wonderfully quaffable after a bit of opening up after the first glass."

— Jeff C. (4/5)

Lot 541 Petit Verdot

"So happy this Petit Verdot was not destined to be a blender for a cab. A beautiful expression of a heritage Bordeaux grape being allowed to express itself."

— Michael W. (5/5)

This one is better . . .

". . . Petit Verdot is tough to find as a varietal, so when I saw this one, I jumped at it. Didn't impress me at first, but each subsequent pouring started showing its true colors. This is a smooth wine that mates up well with steak and, guess what, with pizza too! This one, I will say, is worth the money."

— Gary M. (4/5)

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