Dark purple red Syrah, and the color is emphasized in the dark, inky nose. Great black fruit, very fruit forward, but also some other complex notes, lead, earth. It's a big, spicy, alcoholic wine with lots of tannins, thick, unctuous, and mouthwatering. With all that it's amazingly balanced, and drinkable now. I imagine it will age well, and I've had it decanted for a few hours, and opened for just a few minutes, great either way. Went well with salami, olives, and some hard cheeses. About $40, it's a steal, but not widely available (read, sold out everywhere!). Tasted January 2010.
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