Heavy and dense, with a soft texture and melted, thick tannins. Lacks structure and vitality, although the blackberry, currant, chocolate and spice flavors are very good.——S.H.(12/31/2009)—— 84

Way too hot and alcoholic, almost Port-like, this is the victim of excessive alcohol (15.8%) that makes it burn like a chili pepper. It also tastes weirdly sweet, which is probably the result of the alcohol, although it may have a little residual sugar.——S.H.(11/1/2007)—— 82