Dark and earthy, with modest plum fruit framed by ample vanilla. The wood tannins come on strong on the tart finish, but don’t hold onto it expecting positive evolution; pair it with foods that will work with the astringency, like rare steak or burgers off the grill.
— J.C.
(2/1/2010)
Every other inhale, you’ll smell either leather or sweet fruit. On the palate, taut plum and rhubarb flavors dominate. A closed, somewhat disjointed wine, but it has an interesting rocky texture and some complexity.
— D.T.
(11/15/2006)
This is a rustic style of Shiraz, with hints of beef bouillon and cola layered over earth and plum notes. Chewy tannins bring it home, suggesting a pairing with rare roasts.
— J.C.
(11/15/2007)
Displays ssome pretty aromas and flavors of white pepper, mint and mixed cherries and berries, but the tannins are firm and drying, the mouthfeel hard and ungenerous.
— J.C.
(2/1/2007)