Petite Sirah
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from the vintage release, though its robust tannin structure allows it to hold well for up to a decade.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Barbecued beef brisket, roasted lamb chops, strong blue cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Cooper's Hawk Petite Sirah is a bold and deeply expressive red wine that showcases the rich, ink-like intensity this heritage grape is famous for. Originally created in France in the late 1800s by botanist François Durif as a cross between Syrah and Peloursin, the grape struggled in its homeland but found its true spiritual home in the sun-drenched vineyards of California, where it was embraced under the name Petite Sirah. Sourced from premium California growers through Cooper's Hawk's innovative collaborative winemaking model, this wine captures the grape's signature characteristics: a dense, opaque purple hue, robust tannins, and concentrated dark fruit flavors. The winemaking team carefully manages the extraction and utilizes oak aging to soften the grape's naturally powerful structure, resulting in a plush, full-bodied wine that balances rustic power with modern elegance.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 2005 by entrepreneur Tim McEnery in Orland Park, Illinois, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants has evolved into one of the United States' most expansive winery and hospitality concepts, headquartered in Downers Grove. The producer operates on an innovative model of globally sourcing premium fruit from esteemed vineyards in California, Italy, Spain, and Australia, while centralizing winemaking, blending, and barrel aging in Illinois. Their cellar philosophy prioritizes approachable, food-friendly, and balanced wines crafted to complement diverse culinary experiences. Cooper's Hawk is widely recognized for its extensive wine club selections and diverse portfolio, highlighted by proprietary red blends like the Camille series, Barrel Reserve, and Old Vine Zinfandel, as well as classic varietals and vibrant sparkling wines.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Petite Sirah