Wood aging gives this dense wine structure and polish. At this young stage, the wood masks some of the red cherry fruits, but the elements are all there and the wine is worth aging for 2–3 years. ——R.V.(3/1/2010)—— 90

An impressive wine, now showing all the structure along with the bright cherry and plum flavors of St. Laurent. Bitter chocolate gives richness to the tannins, while acidity gives the whole wine great life to go with the concentration.——R.V.(3/1/2010)—— 91