Smells and tastes Porty, with smokey, caramelized wood and intense black currant flavors. It’s not exactly sweet, but high alcohol gives that glyceriney impression.——S.H.(4/1/2009)—— 83

Starts off with rich earth, coffee and spice aromas that lead into a bright-edged, fruit-driven wine redolent of black cherry, blackberry, black pepper, herbs, coffee and chocolate notes. Zippy acidity keeps it bright on the finish. Complex, yet still fun. ——J.M.(6/1/2004)—— 90