1997 Dehlinger Syrah Goldridge Vineyard

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Terrific expression of the Syrah grape. A complete wine that were it not for the fsact that it runs a little hot at 14.5% would be seamless. all of the good stuff comes thru and very little negative factors. Deep ruby, pepper, black fruits, meat, catchers mitt, and some pencil shavings all come across on the palate. A long finish that shuts down when the considerable tannins kick in. This is definately not juice for the weak-tongued. Needs another 3-5. 90-93/90. WW