Heavily roasted on the nose, with rustic aromas of leather, olive and baked berries. The palate is fiercely tannic and low on sweetness; it runs sharp, lean and salty, with a hollow finish and tang. Two samples tasted. ——M.S.(10/1/2011)—— 83

Chunky and fruity on the nose, with a blast of red berry and especially burnt coffee. The palate comes on as fresh and lively, but sort of bland at its center. Flavors of red fruit lean toward medicinal and pickled, while the finish is driving and zesty. Drink now.——M.S.(12/15/2009)—— 86