Petit Verdot

Petit Verdot (“peh-tee vehr-doh” which translates as “little green one”) is a variety of red wine grape, whose small, thick-skinned berries are valued for their depth of colour and are principally used in classic Bordeaux blends. Varietal Petit Verdot wines are now appearing in many regions of southern Europe, Chile, America and Australia. Petit Verdot has a full bodied structure and is rich in dark fruits. Food pairings: Due to its boldness and firm tannins, Petit Verdot is a perfect match for similarly rich dishes such as hard cheeses, roast lamb and other meats, burgers with blue cheese and rich meat dishes.