A brand new line from K-J. This very attractive wine has lush fruit and spice flavors, with maximum extract. Tannins and acids all are adequate. What K-J seems to be aiming for is a new flavor, neither Cabernet nor Syrah but in-between, and they’ve succeeded. Yes, it’s simple and uncomplicated, but there’s plenty of pleasure for the money. Best Buy.
— S.H.
(5/1/2001)
Pretty good for the price. There are some nice, deep berry fruit flavors, and the wine is very dry, with soft, approachable tannins. Drinks rough and country-style, but it’s clean and gulpable enough for everyday occasions.
— S.H.
(6/1/2002)
Marked by exceedingly ripe fruit, this wine explodes with sweet blackberry, cherry and chocolate flavors. It has a smooth mouthfeel and a soft finish.
— S.H.
(6/1/2005)
Rustic, fruity stuff here, with bold fruity-spicy flavors. A galumphing wine that’s big and boisterous; nothing shy about it. A bit rough-edged, it needs meat and pasta and similarly uncomplicated foods to tame it.
— S.H.
(5/1/2001)
A new, Aussie-style line from K-J, a series of varietal blends. This wine is a little too stewed and overripe, with raisiny, pruny aromas and flavors. The finish is a bit jammy and treacly, but it’s not a bad casual sipper. —S.H.
— S.H.
(9/1/2002)