A ripe lifted nose of red-berried fruit, some plum and raspberry entwined with polished new oak. The palate has a smooth texture, sleek, red cherry, plum and redcurrant. Correct, well made but it just needs more personality. Drink now-2013. No known American importer.

A suave, fruit-driven wine that’s deceptively easy to drink. It isn’t very complex, but it’s still a pleasure, offering plenty of plum, black cherry and cola flavors, medium body and a creamy-smooth texture. Finishes clean and fresh without being excessively tart. Drink now.——J.C.(7/1/2007)—— 87

Standard Marlborough fare, with cola and smoke adding complexity to cherry fruit. Turns earthy and tannic on the finish.——J.C.(12/1/2005)—— 85