Strong on the nose, with plum, black currant and lots of wood. Size isn’t the problem here, as it certainly fills the mouth. But the acidity is low, and as a result there’s little edge to support the extra-ripe fruit.
— M.S.
(12/1/2000)
Starts off with odd orange-juice aromas; also some wheat—another strange element. Piercing tannins make for a grabby mouthfeel that’s too full of oak—the raspberry and cranberry fruit winds up getting covered. Not sure if it’s trying too hard or just doesn’t have the pedigree.
— M.S.
(12/1/2000)