The pedigree of this 100% Cabernet shows in the finely crafted tannins that are rich and voluptuous, and in the ripe blackberry and cherry fruit, which marries so well with sweetly caramelized oak. Satisfies now for sheer opulence. Extended aging may not be warranted, due to some inherent imbalance, including a sweaty, funky note.——S.H.(5/1/2010)—— 88