“One of the 9 best wines from the Rutherford AVA”
ROBB REPORT - Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen
The top ranked Petite Sirah, first place winner Aratas Wine… a beautiful example of 100% Petite Sirah
The highest rating I’ve ever given a Petite Sirah
Steve Heimoff
The Aratás wines are dark and seductive, with sensuous textures that nevertheless feel built for the cellar.
Wine & Spirits"Napa Valley's Petite Conversion"
2018 American Masters of Petite Sirah
Culinary Institute of America at Copia
“Editor’s Pick” “Top Rhones from California” Aratas Napa Valley Petite Sirah
Wine Spectator
“Best of Class” “Best in the West”
Sunset Magazine Int'l Wine CompetitionSunset International Wine Competition2014-2017, 2020 and 2022
Millennials are searching for wines with character and authenticity. Petite Sirah is a rare gem on many lists; its elusive allure captures those in search of something genuine and intrinsically all-American. Those who strive to be unique are searching for wines like Petite.
The Aratas Chardonnay leaps from the glass with scents of ripe apricot, lemon meringue and honeycomb…
Wine Advocate, Lisa Perrotti-Brown
“Aratas…beautifully sculpted wine” Editors’ Choice
Wine EnthusiastNovember 2017