Petit Verdot is considered one of the five “Bordeaux” varieties.  This thick-skinned, late ripening grape produces a very dark, tannic, and fragrant wine.  It has traditionally been used as a blender (to add color and structure) in Bordeaux wines, primarily in the southern Médoc.  In 2000, one acre of Petit Verdot was planted in an isolated valley on the Truchard Estate Vineyard. The resulting wine is dark purple, with floral aromas, and an intense fruity flavor. Rich aromas of violet, blueberry, and ripe plum; with hints of cedar, tobacco, and vanilla.  The mouth is smooth – full of black cherry, cranberry, and cassis.  Round tannins fill out the palate and provide an long finish of fruit and spice.