Sweet and thick up front, with molasses, creamy oak, vanilla, baked berry and tobacco aromas. The palate is firm and concentrated, with minty black fruit core flavors along with chocolate and cola. Charred and oaky on the finish, with a shot of lemon peel for tartness and crisp balance. From four grapes led by Carmenère.
— M.S.
(12/1/2011)
Fairly hot and aggressive, with salinic, green aromas along with peppery fruit and coffee. The palate is kind of sharp and underwhelming, with green-infused plum and berry flavors. And the tomato leaf element on the finish leaves you wondering about ripeness. A mix of Carmenère and Cabernet Sauvignon.
— M.S.
(12/31/2009)