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Courier Dry Creek Valley Cuvée NV		U.S.A.
An exclusive red blend from friends of ours in Northern Sonoma. The mixed vintages is unusual, but works wonders here. Let it breathe, or give it some age and you won't be disappointed.

Release Notes:

Price : $29.00  Qty:  Item No. : 19958  Our Rating : 93  Country : U.S.A.  Region : California  Grape : Cabernet  Sauvignon Petit  Sirah Merlot Shiraz  /  Syrah Zinfandel  /  Primitivo  Alcohol : 13.5%

While visiting some old friends in Northern Sonoma, we came across this special cuvée. A unique blend of 2004 Dry Creek Cabernet and 2005 Dry Creek and Alexander Valley Petite Sirah, it is rounded out with a touch of Zinfandel, Syrah and Merlot. The award-winning winery usually sells this wine for $45 or more, but we begged them to let us have some if we kept their identity a secret.

Tasting Notes:

A deep garnet wine with rich raspberry, black cherry, and tobacco aromas. Violet, plum, pepper and anise notes come across on the smooth and complex palate. A very long finish on dark fruit and spice reveals this wine’s potential. Open 90 minutes before serving with game, Mexican food, steak or cheese, or age it for 5 to 7 years.