A good but rather rustic Cab. Shows fruity flavors of blackberries, black cherries, anise and smoky oak, with a spicy finish. The drawback is the tannic structure, which is jaggedly harsh. Drink now.
— S.H.
(8/1/2010)
A bit tough and gritty in texture, with some rugged tannins and a green streak that cuts through the cherry fruit. Will benefit from decanting, but doesn’t seem likely to improve with age.
— S.H.
(8/1/2010)
Feels gritty and rough, with a disagreeable mouthfeel that seems to make the cherry-berry fruit taste sweeter and tarter than it really is. There’s also lots of sweetly smoked oak. Could just be being difficult now, but doesn’t seem likely to improve.
— S.H.
(8/1/2010)
Tough and gnarly in its mouthfeel, with semi-sweet flavors of raspberry and cherry jam. It’s a decent, everyday wine, but overpriced.
— S.H.
(8/1/2010)