Deep and brooding, this Petite Sirah is brimming with aromas of blackberry, plum, and black currant. The intense, jammy fruit provides the drama while subtle notes of mocha and hazelnut bring finesse. Stokes’ Ghost is full-bodied with balanced tannins and a finish that lingers on the palate. This rich, lush wine is just what the doctor ordered.
Winemaking
The Petite Sirah grapes in this wine were harvested at night in the southernmost reaches of the Monterey appellation, an ideal location for growing this dramatic, heart-stopping variety. Upon arrival at the winery, the grapes were crushed and fermented in small lots to extract the full flavors and tannin structure for which Petite Sirah is so well known. The wine was then pressed and racked at dryness for oak aging.
Specs
Vintage: 2020
Varietal: Petite Sirah
Appellation: Monterey
Aging: Aged in American, French, and Hungarian oak for 12 months
In 1833, British sailor James Stokes jumped ship in Monterey with a booty of stolen medicine. He opened a downtown pharmacy and launched a thriving medical practice as “Dr. Stokes”. Despite a knack for killing his patients, he landed a commission as the personal physician to California Governor Jose Figueroa. Within a year, the governor was dead.
The phony physician was astonishingly successful for someone so poor at his job. He grew wealthy, married the widow of one of his patients, and served as mayor of Monterey. Eventually, the gig was up. According to legend, Stokes’ sons confronted him of his devious deeds and he ingested poison, falling lifeless at their feet. His former home still stands and to this day, is haunted by the ghostly figure of a man dressed in 1800s garb. This is the legend of Stokes’ Ghost.
90 Points. Fresh if somewhat tart aromas of violet, lavender and cracked pepper show on the nose of this bottling. The palate carries that floral line forward with more lavender as well as blueberry-candy flavors, as tannins rise into the finish. MK 12/31/22
Just last night Husband and I looked sadly at the last bottle of Stokes’ Ghost on our wine rack…this morning JOY! It’s back! If you like meaty reds with just a hint of oak that sips well right after opening and even better after an hour of decanting—you can’t go wrong with this wine.
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: tax and shipping are not included in savings calculations).
2020 Stokes’ Ghost Petite Sirah - $80 = 33.32%
2020 Stokes’ Ghost Petite Sirah
Tasting Notes
Winemaking
Specs
What’s Included
3-bottles:
Case:
Price Comparison
Not for sale online, $540/case MSRP
About The Winery
Available States
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Estimated Delivery
Monday, Jan 30 - Tuesday, Jan 31
2020 Stokes’ Ghost Petite Sirah
3 bottles for $59.99 $20/bottle + $2.67/bottle shipping
Case of 12 for $159.99 $13.33/bottle + $1/bottle shipping
Previous offer: 10/5/2022
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90 Points. Fresh if somewhat tart aromas of violet, lavender and cracked pepper show on the nose of this bottling. The palate carries that floral line forward with more lavender as well as blueberry-candy flavors, as tannins rise into the finish. MK 12/31/22
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Just last night Husband and I looked sadly at the last bottle of Stokes’ Ghost on our wine rack…this morning JOY! It’s back! If you like meaty reds with just a hint of oak that sips well right after opening and even better after an hour of decanting—you can’t go wrong with this wine.
Anyone in San Francisco interested? I’m up for 3 or4 bottles.
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: tax and shipping are not included in savings calculations).
2020 Stokes’ Ghost Petite Sirah - $80 = 33.32%
Anyone around the Twin Cities up for a split? I’m interested in 4 - 6 bottles. Cheers!
@ampeloquin22
No Indiana. Dang it.
I mean I am trying not to buy wine….BUT
Yes, we’re in the TC area, we’ll split a case.
@TJDoering sounds good - I’ll order the case!
Opened first bottle tonight and really pleased. Glad we went for the case!