2018 Sumo
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Score 94/100 · Jeb Dunnuck, Jan 2021
The inky hued 2018 Sumo (85% Petite Sirah, 13% Syrah, and the rest Viognier) reveals a lively bouquet of blue fruits, violets, peony, spiced meats, and bouquet garni. This full-bodied, rich, yet elegant Petite Sirah has building tannins, terrific purity and a great finish. It’s another brilliant wine from the Sierra Foothills.
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94/100
Jeb Dunnuck
97
97/100
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 97/100 · Drink 2023-2033, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Jan 2021
The 2018 Sumo is remarkably polished for a Petite Syrah-based wine. Inky blue/purplish fruit, lavender, mint and spice fill out the layers effortlessly. Helen Keplinger has done a brilliant job taming the young Petite tannins. The Sumo is deep and potent, but not at all overdone or heavy. It is one of the most compelling wines I have tasted from Helen Keplinger.
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