Opens with a blast of hot, basic red fruit that’s fiery and a little pickled. The palate is lean and acidic but doesn’t burn, while the cherry and red plum flavors are elementary. Inoffensive, highly regular red wine. ——M.S.(6/1/2010)—— 83

There’s more than enough to like about this red-fruit driven middleweight. It’s sure handed and fruity, with enough grip, balance and character that it doesn’t sway from that base-level quality line.——M.S.(8/1/2007)—— 85