LEGACY
PETITE SIRAH 2018
TEPERBERG WINERY • AYALON VALLEY • ISRAEL
"A velvet titan: Petite Sirah in its purest and most monumental form, where power meets timeless sophistication."
The Legacy of a Single Vineyard
Teperberg Legacy Petite Sirah 2018 is the result of a tireless pursuit of perfection. Produced by the legendary **Teperberg Winery** in **Israel**, this wine originates from a unique vineyard in the **Ayalon Valley**. Petite Sirah, known for its dark color and firm tannins, reaches a new dimension here thanks to 18 months of aging in French oak barrels. It is a dense, complex wine with a structure that promises fascinating evolution in the bottle, establishing itself as one of the most powerful red wines of the Eastern Mediterranean.
1. Identity Profile
Specific Origin: Ayalon Valley (Judean Hills), Israel.
Winery: Teperberg (Founded in 1870).
Vintage: 2018.
Varietal: 100% Petite Sirah.
Aging: 18 months in new French oak barrels.
Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Deep purple, almost black, with dense, brilliant rims.
Nose: An explosion of concentrated black fruits: blue blackberry, prune, and blueberry. Intertwined notes of dark chocolate, roasted coffee beans, black pepper, and a subtle smoky background.
Palate: Full-bodied with an opulent texture. The tannins are powerful yet feel ripe and silky. The acidity is perfectly integrated, supporting an endless finish laden with spices and luscious black fruit.
3. Legacy Architecture
4. Pairing and Supreme Service
Cuisine: A wine of this caliber demands highly intense dishes: braised lamb ribs, wagyu beef cuts, game stews, or lacquered duck. It is also the ideal companion for powerful blue cheeses or dark chocolate with a high cocoa percentage.
Service: Serve at a temperature of **18°C (64°F)**. **It is essential to decant** this wine for at least 60 to 90 minutes to allow its aromatic architecture to fully expand.
Technical Sheet and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is this wine Kosher?
Yes, this wine holds the strictest Kosher certifications (OU, Badatz Eickla, Kosher L'Pesach), guaranteeing its purity from vineyard to bottling.
What is the aging potential of the 2018 vintage?
Thanks to its tannic structure and balanced pH, the Legacy Petite Sirah 2018 has an exceptional aging potential of 12 to 15 years under optimal cellar conditions.
Why is Petite Sirah from Israel so highly valued?
Petite Sirah thrives in the intense heat and sunlight of Israel, but requires cool nights to maintain acidity. The Ayalon Valley offers this contrast, resulting in more elegant and less rustic wines than in other regions of the world.
