So sweet and caramelized in smoky oak, it tastes almost like a dessert wine. There might even be some leftover sugar in the wine. Yet it has brisk, refreshing acidity, and there’s no denying the deliciousness of the pineapple and lemon-pie flavors.——S.H.(12/15/2010)—— 85

Smells and tastes a bit funky, with a sweaty note to the buttered toast, grilled pineapple and cinnamon flavors. Feels kind of soft and flabby. Decant before serving.——S.H.(10/1/2009)—— 84