A big, beefy red, showing animal and plum aromas and flavors, with a sinewy texture framing the dried cherry and berry notes. Tough tannins mark the finish. This needs time. Best from 2008 through 2025. 300 cases imported. -BS

This is a peacock of a wine, all show and panache. But underneath the fine aromas and flavors there is something more serious: power, generous juicy fruits and layers of tannin and acidity. The structure says long life—wait at least 5 years before even thinking about it. Imported by Clicquot Inc. ——R.V.(9/1/2005)—— 95