Very dark, brooding color. Has classic aromas of currant and blackberry, with generous char and vanilla. Very rich. Focused, pinpointed fruit; not flamboyant but elegant, balanced and harmonious. The tannins are soft enough to drink now, but will age.
— S.H.
(2/1/2000)
Starts out intense, nervous and taut with acidity and tannins, but is very concentrated in fresh blackberry-cherry fruit. Should age well.
— S.H.
(8/1/2004)