The purple/black-colored 2005 Petit Verdot was aged for 12 months in new French oak. It gives up an excellent toasty, blackberry perfume leading to a thick, layered, intense, powerful wine with succulent flavors, excellent balance, and a lengthy, fruit-filled finish. It can be enjoyed now but will drink well for at least another decade. The Arrayan wines are produced by La Casa de Las Cuatro Rayas. Importer: Casa Ventura, Bellingham, WA; tel. (360) 303-1760