The 1989 reveals that wonderful inner core of sweet, black fruits, a tight but blossoming bouquet of minerals, licorice, tobacco, fruitcake, and black fruits, and an impressively deep purple color. The acids in the 1989 were lower than in the 1990, and the alcohol level was higher. This impressive wine may merit an outstanding rating with another 3-4 years of bottle age. Anticipated maturity: now-2005. Last tasted 6/94.