“Michael” and “David” are Michael and David Phillips, brothers whose family has farmed fruits and vegetables in the Lodi region since the 1850s and has cultivated wine grapes for nearly a century. Michael and David are the 5th generation of grape growers in the Phillips family and care for their vines with the future in mind. They have adopted some of the most progressive sustainable farming practices in the state. All 750 acres of their vineyards are third-party certified; starting with the 2011 vintage, 100% of the Lodi-grown fruit crushed at Michael David winery was certified sustainable. (winery notes)

The 2021 Inkblot petite sirah is a decadently delicious expression of petite sirah. Dark and inky, it overflows with boysenberry jam, plum, and molasses on the nose. Tooth staining with full-bodied flavors of blackberry, black cherry, plum, licorice, and black pepper, the wine reveals hints of oak, cocoa, and baking spice on the long, pleasurable finish. (from winery notes)

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92 points, Wine Enthusiast:
"This wine is concentrated, with aromas of boysenberry, cardamom, black tea, toasty vanilla, and violets on the nose. The flavors on the palate are pomegranate-cranberry, dark cherry, and orange zest, interwoven with vanilla cream, dried allspice, chocolate, and a dry finish." (11/1/24)

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 15.5%
Farming Practices: Sustainable farming, with an emphasis on biodiversity and minimal intervention
Producer Name: Michael David Winery
Old World / New World: New World
Country of Origin: United States
Region: Lodi, California
Grape Varietals: Petite Sirah
Vintage: 2021
Wine Style: Dry Red Wine
Winemaking Techniques: Fermented in stainless steel; aged in American oak barrels to enhance structure, depth, and complexity
Pack Size: 750ml
Container Style: Bottle
Closure Style: Cork