Pretty tannic. Numbs the mouth with a dry, gritty toughness, which lets the acids stand out. There is some blackberry fruit buried down deep but you have to seek it out.——S.H.(12/1/2003)—— 84

A well-made wine from this midvalley veteran winery. Juicy and plump, an unctuous red wine packed with mouthwatering flavors of cassis and black raspberry jam. Yet it’s dry, with finely ground, dusty tannins. The raspberry theme reprises on the long finish. ——S.H.(11/15/2002)—— 90