{"title":"Petit Verdot","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"2020-petit-verdot","title":"2020 Petit Verdot","description":"\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-c9606019-7fff-99b8-c74a-51f147447a0e\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-variant-position:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space-collapse:preserve;\"\u003eUpon opening the bottle, a bouquet of aromas burst forth - the ripe fruits of black cherry, blackberry, and blueberries immediately wafting towards the senses. As one inhales further, they are met with the delightful scent of violets and gardenias, underscored with hints of eucalyptus and sandalwood, all mingling harmoniously with an herbal scent comprised of thyme, oregano, and rosemary. A dash of pepper adds some spicy heat while the gentle aroma of tea adds an elegant touch, all punctuated with notes of baking spices and vanilla. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-variant-position:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space-collapse:preserve;\"\u003eThe finish is long and driven by black fruits and acidity - each sip begs for the next. The balance between the acidity and sweetness of the fruit is remarkable, providing the perfect amount of complexity and satisfaction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-variant-position:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space-collapse:preserve;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-variant-position:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space-collapse:preserve;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"white-space-collapse:preserve;\"\u003eAwards\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-variant-position:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space-collapse:preserve;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSan Francisco Chronicle | Gold \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"McGrail Vineyards and Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42953405104199,"sku":null,"price":52.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/8461\/9591\/files\/2020_20Petit_20Verdot.png?v=1791222196"},{"product_id":"2021-petit-verdot","title":"2021 Petit Verdot","description":"\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-c9606019-7fff-99b8-c74a-51f147447a0e\"\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-variant-position:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space-collapse:preserve;\"\u003eUpon opening the bottle, a bouquet of aromas burst forth - the ripe fruits of black cherry, blackberry, and blueberries immediately wafting towards the senses. As one inhales further, they are met with the delightful scent of violets and gardenias, underscored with hints of eucalyptus and sandalwood, all mingling harmoniously with an herbal scent comprised of thyme, oregano, and rosemary. A dash of pepper adds some spicy heat while the gentle aroma of tea adds an elegant touch, all punctuated with notes of baking spices and vanilla. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-variant-position:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space-collapse:preserve;\"\u003eThe finish is long and driven by black fruits and acidity - each sip begs for the next. The balance between the acidity and sweetness of the fruit is remarkable, providing the perfect amount of complexity and satisfaction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-variant-position:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space-collapse:preserve;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-variant-position:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space-collapse:preserve;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"white-space-collapse:preserve;\"\u003eAwards\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:11pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-variant-numeric:normal;font-variant-east-asian:normal;font-variant-alternates:normal;font-variant-position:normal;vertical-align:baseline;white-space-collapse:preserve;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSan Francisco Chronicle | Gold \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"McGrail Vineyards and Winery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42953405595719,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0687\/8461\/9591\/files\/2021-Petit-Verdot.png?v=1791222648"},{"product_id":"2022-petit-verdot","title":"2022 Petit Verdot","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:\" times new roman\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:\" times new roman\u003eGrape Source: Lucky 8 Vineyard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:\" times new roman\u003eAppellation: Livermore Valley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:\" times new roman\u003eVarietal Content: Petit Verdot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:\" times new roman\u003eVintage Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:\" times new roman\u003eThe 2022 growing season in Livermore Valley was warm, concentrated, and structured. A wet winter was followed by a steady spring and early summer, giving the vines a strong start. As the season progressed, several heat events pushed ripeness and concentration, while cool Livermore evenings helped preserve acidity. For Petit Verdot, a naturally bold and deeply colored variety, this vintage delivered intensity, structure, dark fruit concentration, and a savory depth that gives the wine its dramatic personality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:\" times new roman\u003eVineyard Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:\" times new roman\u003eThe 2022 Petit Verdot is sourced from Lucky 8 Vineyard on Tesla Road. Petit Verdot is known for producing wines with deep color, firm structure, and concentrated dark fruit character. At Lucky 8, warm days help fully ripen the variety’s naturally bold tannins, while cool nights preserve balance and freshness. The result is a wine with both power and lift, deeply fruited, savory, and layered with spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:\" times new roman\u003eWinemaker Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:\" times new roman\u003ePetit Verdot is one of the boldest and most structured wines in the McGrail portfolio. The winemaking approach highlights its depth, color, tannin, and dark fruit intensity while allowing oak aging to bring polish, spice, and complexity. This wine leans into Petit Verdot’s naturally brooding character, showing leather, black fruit, dried herbs, pepper, wood spice, and a long savory finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:\" times new roman\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:\" times new roman\u003eThe 2022 Petit Verdot immediately transports you into an old Italian leather shop: rich, dark, polished, and unforgettable. At first, the wine leads with deep leather and heavy wood notes, giving it a bold, almost dramatic presence. As it opens, layers of boysenberry, black cherry, blackberry, and plum begin to unfold, softening the wine’s powerful structure with dark, ripe fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:\" times new roman\u003eAromas of violets, lilacs, lavender, cinnamon, vanilla, thyme, sage, and dried herbs build around the fruit, followed by chocolate, white pepper, anise, earthy notes, balsamic richness, smoked meats, and a spicy, meaty edge. On the palate, this wine is dark, intense, and full bodied, with black fruit, boysenberry, dried herbs, leather, and wood spice carrying through each sip. The finish is long, savory, meaty, and powerful, driven by dark fruit, acidity, and a lingering warmth that makes this Petit Verdot feel like a true powerhouse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:\" times new roman\u003eThis is not a shy wine. 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