Pretty brawny. It’s a tough, chewy wine, with searing acidity and strong tannins. Even with polished cherry, red currant and cola flavors, this wine is rustic. Drink with barbecue and rich Italian fare to cut through the dryness.——S.H.(8/1/2010)—— 84

Some unripe notes of vegetables mar this otherwise likeable wine. It’s very dry and soft, with firm tannins and cherry, cocoa and cedar flavors.——S.H.(8/1/2011)—— 84