5 Red berry aromas with spice and licorice shadings make for a good opening. The wine smacks down hard on the palate, creating a clacky feel to go with plum, berry, herb and spice flavors. Serious and full, with juiciness, grabby tannins and a toasty coffee-laden finish. Malbec, Syrah and Merlot.——M.S.(11/1/2011)—— 90