2001 Santa Crux Mtn Harvest Moon Vineyard

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Arrive this week in the wine club shipment. Normally I don't open anything this quickly but wanted to get some idea as to the quality soos in case I could order more. Later on you'll see the reasoning. This vineyard is next door to the Bates Ranch who supplied SCMV for 20 years but split in the mid-90s'. Medium ruby. Nose has red and black fruits, spices, bakers cocoa, and earth. All hit the palate with just a hint of vanilla. Still some solid tannins but is drinking beautifully. Will still develop more depth. Solid entry, weighty center and a 4+ lapper finish. 90/96. 16 by the box. 12.5% alc. WW