The riveting, inky purple-colored 2000 Thompson Vineyard Special Bottling (200 cases produced) offers up a tremendous bouquet of roasted espresso, melted chocolate, licorice, blackberry liqueur, and a hint of damp earth. This rich, full-bodied, voluptuous wine is massive on the palate, with a mind boggling unctuosity, thickness, and persistence. The essence of Syrah, it can be drunk now or cellared for 12-15+ years. Tel. (805) 649-1674