Polished, ripe and supple, offering a plush mouthful of spice- and coffee-accented black cherry and plum flavors, nicely integrated so that nothing sticks out and the flavors sail smoothly over the glossy texture. The tannins frame the finish well, and it all persists impressively.--Australian reds blind retrospective. 8,000 cases made.??–HS??Region: Australia / McLaren Vale Select to Add

The fruity nose has some cranberry. Full and plummy, there’s good extraction and balance. It’s easy to drink, with much more bold fruit than idiosyncratic leather or beefy touches. Already evolved and mature, you can drink it now with no problem. Tasty mint and woody notes add complexity.——M.S.(4/1/2000)—— 90