Rubbery, spicy aromas blend with warm plum and leather scents. The palate is full but soft in texture, with jammy, sweet, lightly baked berry flavors. Stays cushioned and tasty through the finish, but peters out in flat fashion.——M.S.(12/15/2011)—— 86

Chunky and bold smelling, with bulky berry aromas that are o.k. but not alluring or elevated. The mouth and flavors are more of the same; there’s tight, dark, tannic berry flavors along with toast and burnt rubber late. Finishes with mild heat and oak-based coconut notes.——M.S.(6/1/2010)—— 84