Turley, Napa Valley, Aida Vineyard, Petite Syrah 1997 SPAIN steeped black currant and charcoal

steeped black currant and charcoal notes

At 30+ years the risk of extraction failure is greatly increased due in part to the last 3-5mm of cork (the end in contact with alcohol) becoming increasingly fragile

it is in no little part thanks to Alain's groundbreaking work

Domaine Dujac is among the most accomplished winemakers in the village

with great endorsements given by James Halliday

Turley, Napa Valley, Aida Vineyard, Petite Syrah 1997 SPAIN steeped black currant and charcoal92 Points CellarTracker Dark red with amazing color preservation. Fruit is definitely on the raison side but in a style similar to an Amarone or Valpolicella. Great concentration with still powerful tannins and decent acidity so the wine is balanced. 9 23 2024