This delicious wine was so light, so airy on the palate that I checked the alcohol: 12.5%. You won’t find this in California, but you will in Bordeaux. The blackberry flavors, infused with smoky oak, are pure and elegant with subtle tannins. There’s a depth and complexity that make for added interest.
— S.H.
(6/1/2002)
From an area that is constantly pursuing excellence with this grape, a deeply fruity wine of enormous charm. On one level it seems simple, with blackberry flavors and rich, dry tannins that are well-oaked and delicious. Then you sip again and discover all sorts of interesting tidbits. It’s drinkable now, especially with braised beef or duck with plum sauce, but has…
— S.H.
(6/1/2002)