The Howling Dog

Winemaker's Notes:

Early experimental batches of Petite Sirah (some as small as 120kg?s) produced wines which were rich and deep, but had pronounced tannins which caused tasters to release a slight howl as it crossed their palate. The name Petite Sirah acknowledges that the variety produces Shiraz like berries that are smaller, giving a much darker colour and rich deep tannins.