93-95 Complex wine, its ripe Merlot character structured with tannins, a solid dark core, ripely balanced and intense. The acidity is already well integrated. With this structure, the wine should have a good future.
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(6/25/2011)
91-93. Barrel sample. Dry and dense, this wine has weight and a juicy character that slowly surfaces. A final burst of tannins marks the finish.
— R.V.
(5/11/2012)
90-92 Barrel sample. Some austerity, but the depth of the fruit is the hallmark here, very solid, black plums and sweet, juicy tannins. There is some aging potential here.
— R.V.
(12/31/2009)
This rich, wood-aged wine shows a fine balance between rich black-fruit and new toast flavors. It has weight and power, without being over the top. For medium-term aging.
— R.V.
(2/1/2013)
89–91. Barrel sample. This is a ripe, fruity, wine that’s wonderfully representative of Merlot. It has soft tannins, juicy acidity and a delicious black-currant character. It's likely best for medium-term aging.
— R.V.
(4/9/2013)
87-89 Barrel sample. An immense, dry wine that has extracted fruit, purple flavors and ripeness, but, overall, comes across somewhat simple.
— R.V.
(6/21/2006)
Structured and austere, this is firm, dark and dry. The black currant fruit flavors are edgy, with juiciness only coming through right at the end.
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(3/1/2009)