Petite Sirah
⏳ wine.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.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Barbecued beef brisket, roasted lamb chops, strong blue cheese
✨ wine.spec_sheet
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.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 2005 by entrepreneur Tim McEnery in Orland Park, Illinois, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants has pioneered a unique hospitality concept combining a Napa-style tasting room with contemporary dining. Headquartered in Downers Grove with its central winemaking facility in Woodridge, Illinois, the company operates on an innovative sourcing model, collaborating with top growers across California, Italy, Spain, and Australia to import premium grapes and juice. Under the guidance of their skilled winemaking team, Cooper's Hawk crafts a diverse, award-winning portfolio that ranges from expressive single-varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon and Barbera to prestigious, limited-release proprietary blends such as the Camille series and the XV Anniversary Blend.