Not showing much succulence right now, but firm and sturdy, in keeping with the relatively cool vintage. There’s green, minty taste alongside the berry, cherry and anise flavors. Could develop and soften with a year or so in the bottle. ——S.H.(11/1/2008)—— 85

This is quite a good Cabernet. It’s from the eastern part of Paso Robles, grown at 1,800 feet of elevation, which modulates the heat. While it shows very ripe Cabernet flavor, it possesses a good acid-tannin structure. ——S.H.(12/31/2006)—— 88

Luscious and soft, with chocolaty blackberry, cassis and cherry flavors. Drinks dry and elegant, with under 14% alcohol. A very nice wine, from California’s first Filipino-American winery.——S.H.(12/31/2006)—— 87