Tried this from my recent DCV shipment last night at DinDin:
1. DryCreekVnyds PetiteSirah Spencer'sHillVnyd/DCV9 Estate/DryCreekVlly (14.6%; Vine age: 20 yrs; Hrvstd: Sept 26 2020; SaH: 24.7 Brix; 17 mo. in Fr./Am.oak; 465 cs) 2020: Very dark color; strong PS/peppery/blackberry/rather spicy strong toasty/oak light earthy/dusty/OV slight licorice somewhat high-toned/black cherry very attractive nose; lightly tart rather rich/lush strong peppery/PS/blackberry/spicy/black cherry cola fairly strong toasty/oaklight earthy/dusty rather high-toned/spicy flavor w/ modest slight chewey tannins; very long/lingering fairly intense PS finish that matches the flavor; speaks strongly of peppery/PS but not as oafish/clunky & more high-toned than most; fairly intense/structured & bigger than previous versions; quite a well-made PS at a great price. $41.00/$28.70 (VSP)
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More firtlnicker from TheBloodyPulpit:
1. I had found previous DCV PS's a bit on the lightish side. This is one of the best they've yet done. It's big & structured but avoids the oafish character that PS can often show. Rather high-toned for PS. Should age well for 4-8 yrs.
Tom