2004 Jeff Cohn Cellars Petite Sirah Frediani Vineyard

Cohn consistently does a great job with Petite Syrah (note this winery spells it Syrah, not Sirah) and his 2004 Frediani Vineyard cuvee (100% Petite Sirah) exhibits an opaque blue/purple color in addition to sweet aromas of blueberries, crushed rocks, and white flowers. Powerful, concentrated, and amazingly intense as well as rich, it should easily evolve for two decades or more. This grape remains the most underrated high quality varietal in California, especially for longevity. Kudos to Jeff Cohn for another brilliant line-up. Previously recommended: 2003 Cuvee Isabelle Rhodes Vineyard (92), 2003 Petite Syrah Frediani Vineyard (92+), 2003 Syrah Caldwell Vineyard (91), 2003 Syrah California Cuvee (89), 2003 Syrah Fess Parker Vineyard (90), 2003 Syrah Philary Vineyard (90+), 2003 Syrah Rockpile Vineyard Hailey’s Reserve (93+), 2003 Zinfandel Arrowhead Vineyard (92), 2003 Zinfandel Iron Hill Vineyard (94). Tel 510-465-5900; Fax 510-465-5901