This has a showy, plum and raspberry-scented nose. Moderate definition but I like its extrovert personality. Medium-bodied palate, a little overdone with baked cherry, pomegranate and cranberry. Taut finish – perhaps time will loosen this up? Interesting wine that I suspect will improve and may merit a higher score.No known American importer.

Round and generous in the mouth, despite lacking some fruity intensity. Hints of root vegetables and herbal notes lend character, finishing crisp. ——J.C.(6/1/2011)—— 86