2003 Santa Cruz Mtn Duriff

[winoweenie]

Jeff has changed his grape source for his Duriff to this McDowell Valley Vineyard edition. He said the old source had quit using good farming tactics. If this bottle is any barometer then he made a wise choice. Inky purple. Shy nose. Explosive fruit on the palate with meaty, smoky, earthy nuances. Big entry, weighty center, and a solid 4 lapper finish. Needs another 3-6 to develop the aromatics. Killer juice with ANY hearty dish. 90/92 18 as a wine club selection less 20%. 12.5% alc. WW

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