2001 McDowell Valley Vineyards Syrah Potato Patch Mendocino Ridge (5.0L) [Writing On Label; Cracked Wax Seal]

"88 out of 100 - This big, bold, alcoholic effort (16.5%) is dense and monolithic, but layered, opulent, and full. If more complexity emerges, it may turn out to merit an even higher score. It is a mouth-staining, flavor saturated Syrah offering tell-tale earth, blackberry, and pepper characteristics. Consume it over the next 5-7 years." - Robert M. Parker, Jr., Wine Advocate