If California were a country, it would be the world's fourth largest wine producer, after Italy, France and Spain. Long planted to Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay, Zinfandel, Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc are also big varieties for us too.
Petit verdot is developing somewhat of a cult-like following among serious Colorado wine drinkers, and more local producers are featuring this purple, dark and inky grape to keep up with demand.