firestone gewürztraminer

I opened a 2003 Gewürztraminer today from Firestone Vineyard (California, Santa Ynez Valley). It's pretty good, though I prefer Alsace-style ones and some of the Aussie versions. The not-quite dry spiciness was distinct, but not over-bearing, with some melon flavors.

Update: As with many whites, the quality of this wine degrades quickly after opening, even using a vacuum pump to seal the bottle. Drink immediately.