All reviewers agreed that this wine could use 3–5 years before it’s at its peak, but there’s plenty to like in the meantime. Leather, sour berry, and assorted "candy-box" chocolates comprise the bouquet. Mouthfeel is rich and full, but structured, with plenty of black-cherry, saddle-leather and tar flavors. Finishes dry and chalky, and on the hard side. ——W.E.(11/1/2001)—— 92