A very nice wine at a good price. Starts with a sweet fruit-oaky aroma that is warm and round. In the mouth it’s soft and charming, with black-cherry and mocha flavors. Simple but satisfying, and a good value. Best Buy.
— S.H.
(5/1/2001)
Starts with fruity, lush aromas of honey, apple, butter and cream, caramel, toast and smoky oak. Nicely layered flavors of ripe peaches and green apples and spices. A winemaker’s wine that’s just a tad sweet and soft, but very clean, with a swift, pleasant finish. Best Buy.
— S.H.
(5/1/2001)
Starts with nice cassis and black-currant aromas with a kiss of smoky oak. It’s pretty rich for this price, with some real varietal character. Drinks dry and soft and fruity. This would make a very nice everyday wine or an inexpensive by-the-glass selection in a restaurant.
— S.H.
(5/1/2001)
A simple but lively Merlot. Has an appealing nose of berry, red cherry and pepper. Flavors of berries and herbs, but a bit indistinct, and a medium to light mouthfeel. Finishes with a tangy, peppery note.
— W.E.
(3/1/2000)