Sweet and easygoing from the start, with candied berry and floral aromas. The palate sits at maximum ripeness, meaning it’s sweet and soft but still holds its balance. Flavors of baked berry and brown sugar are generous and smooth, while the finish is mellow and lush.——M.S.(12/31/2011)—— 88

Basic but full and ripe, with black cherry and cassis aromas. The palate has some snap and clack to it, but flavors of raspberry are softened and enriched by vanilla and creamy accents. Shows more on the nose than in the mouth, but overall it is a nice wine.——M.S.(8/1/2010)—— 87