Starting with its perfumed nose of flowers, tobacco and black cherry, this shows lovely balance in a Bordeaux-style red, layering fruit flavors with notes of herbs, dried spices and black olive. Approximately one-third Cabernet Franc, the rest Merlot. Drink now–2012. Imported by Vincor USA. ——J.C.(5/1/2006)—— 90

With 95% Cabernet Franc and only 5% Merlot, there’s plenty of floral and leafy, tobacco-like complexities and a certain austerity to the plummy, meaty flavors. Drink over the next few years with grilled or roasted meats.——J.C.(5/1/2001)—— 89