Rio Sordo is acknowledged as a top cru, and Walter Musso has struck gold in 1999. Toasty hints of cedar blend harmoniously with succulent cherries, picking up notes of cured meat and vanilla. Long and richly textured on the finish, this should be approachable young, yet age well. Drink 2005–2015. ——W.E.(4/2/2004)—— 92