Strictly average, showing tomato, cherry and oaky aromas and tastes. Feels soft and a little tough in tannins.——W.E.(11/1/2004)—— 84

Full and harmonious smelling, with berry fruit and leathery spice notes. Sweet and rich, with black cherry and chocolate flavors and a long, warm finish. This popular restaurant wine is rewarding but a bit sweet. Maybe that’s what people like so much about it…that and the cost. ——M.S.(12/1/2003)—— 87