4th Quarter, 2009

vintage:

2007

rating:

87 pts.

From Carneros fruit bottled at 14.5%. A pretty and relatively deeply pitched red and blue berry fruit nose...the delicious, rounded and suave medium-bodied flavors are seductive and quite forward, all wrapped in mouth coating finish.

 

October, 2008

vintage:

2006

rating:

90 pts.

A subtle but nonetheless beautifully complex nose features layered red fruit and spice notes that lead to equally complex middle weight flavors that possess fine depth and relief on the energetic and persistent finish. The acid is a bit more evident on the backend but it allows the finish to remain crisp and dry. Lovely in a reserved and understated style.

September 30, 2007

vintage:

2005

rating:

88 pts.

Tight and firm, with rich, concentrated cola, wild berry, earth and mineral flavors that are intense, with herb and anise notes. Needs aeration. Drink now through 2011.

October 2006

vintage:

2004

rating:

89 pts.

May/June, 2006

vintage:

2004

rating:

89 pts.

Good medium red. Exotic aromas of strawberry, sandalwood and tarry oak. Then juicy and vibrant in the mouth, with modest nuance but good energy and floral lift to its red berry flavors. Offers good mid-palate texture and sweetness, then finishes with some slightly dry-edged tannins.

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