The 2008 Durif has a very deep garnet-purple color, giving aromas of raisins, blueberry pie, prunes and star anise. There is a lot of warm, spicy fruit in the mouth with medium tannins and a high level of acidity to ameliorate the heaviness. The finish is long. Drink this one now to 2016. Importer: Dan Philips, The Grateful Palate, Oxnard, CA; tel. (805) 782-9095