The exact origins of Petit Verdot are unclear. It is thought that the grape is one of the first varieties originally planted in Bordeaux by the ancient Romans. In Bordeaux, Petit Verdot is primarily a blending wine due to its natural acidity. This wine, as a stand-alone, is rich in color, firm in structure and abundant in flavor. It is a highly concentrated grape, exuding abundant color, structure and flavor. Its aromas circle around vanilla, smoke, spice, cedar and molasses. Petit Verdot is another Bordeaux red that is at home in Virginia. The Petit Verdot flavor profile often exudes dense, dark fruit such as blackberry, black cherry and black plum. It has balanced tannins with a soft finish. Our Petit Verdot expresses dark fruit like black cherries and olive characteristics. This wine ages well for 5 to 10 years, but is also enjoyable while it is young.
