Winemaker Ben Riggs’s attempt at bargain-priced Shiraz is a solid effort, offering hints of smoke and dried fruit, but also decent depth and blackberry-black cherry flavors. It lacks the weight and richness of a big boy, finishing slightly peppery and warm (it is labeled at 15% alcohol). Drink now.
— J.C.
(7/1/2007)
Despite being only medium-bodied and featuring some tart, lemony notes on the finish, this seems a touch ponderous, with earthy flavors dominating blackberry fruit.
— J.C.
(11/15/2007)