Concentrated blackberry and black currant aromas are ripe and come with a balsamic note. It feels juicy, full, lively and fresh, with oaky dark-plum flavors accented by rooty, herbal notes. Dry tannins mark the finish.
— M.S.
(10/1/2012)
A touch rubbery and medicinal if you get deep into the bouquet, with sizable berry aromas to boot. The palate is comfortable and balanced, with earthy black fruit flavors that suggest fig and blackberry. Toasty and chocolaty on the finish.
— M.S.
(11/1/2011)
Chunky and oily on the nose, with basic white fruit aromas of peach and apple. The palate is full and balanced, with nectarine, pineapple and lychee flavors. Pithy and citrusy on the finish. Ripe and good in a regular way.
— M.S.
(10/1/2011)
Penetrating cola, mint and black fruit aromas are probing. It feels tight and gripping, tasting forward and correct for the variety, with bell pepper, black fruit and spice flavors. This is robust, with good flavors and quality fruit.
— M.S.
(10/1/2012)
Berry and plum aromas are normal and don’t stir too much interest. The palate is grabby and a bit tannic, with slightly medicinal and rubbery cassis and raspberry flavors. Pepper and mocha notes show up on the finish.
— M.S.
(10/1/2011)