2001 Marquis-Phillips Shiraz

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I resurrected this thread because I opened my second bottle of the 2001 Marquis Philips Shiraz three nights ago.
Dark purple lightening to deep ruby at the rim; opaque (as Drew indicated). Stains tongue and fingers.
Very fragrant nose of black raspberries, black currants. Flavor of jammy dark fruits; mouthfilling; hint of wood influence but integrated, not out-of-balance; long finish; bit of pepper spice in the finish.
I paired with broiled steak, German potato sald and broccoli. Could be a match for barbeque or strongly flavored grilled beef or game such as venison or buffalo.
I have two more bottles of this left.