Readers should try and latch onto a bottle or two of the 350 case production of the 1997 Petite Sirah Howell Mountain. With 12% Viognier included in the blend, it boasts sumptuous, exotic aromas of pepper, blackberries, peaches, and honeysuckle. This wine has been a terrific success for La Jota since their debut 1991, and the 1997 is unquestionably another low acid, sensationally rich Petite Sirah that should drink well for 15+ years. Tel. (707) 965-3020; Fax (707) 965-0324

Readers should try and latch onto a bottle or two of the 350 case production of the 1997 Petite Sirah Howell Mountain. With 12% Viognier included in the blend, it boasts sumptuous, exotic aromas of pepper, blackberries, peaches, and honeysuckle. This wine has been a terrific success for La Jota since their debut 1991, and the 1997 is unquestionably another low acid, sensationally rich Petite Sirah that should drink well for 15+ years.Tel. (707) 965-3020; Fax (707) 965-0324