Firm tannin and an astringent finish kept this 2000 from meriting an outstanding score, and from qualifying as a sleeper of the vintage. The color is a deep opaque ruby/purple. The wine offers attractive sweet floral and licorice-infused blackberry fruit, medium to full body, outstanding purity as well as mid-palate, but a tough-textured finish with alcohol poking through. Anticipated maturity: 2006-2019.Importer: Evaton, Inc., Stamford, CT; tel. (203) 968-8220