You’ll find a pretty good hit of dry, sticky tannins in this single-vineyard wine. They enclose a solid core of ripe blackberry and cherry fruit flavors that have been well-oaked. Try now with a good steak, or cellar for three to five years. ——S.H.(12/15/2005)—— 88

Smooth textured and framed in rich, ripe tannins, this classy Merlot serves up a lush, complex blend of black cherry, cassis, blackberry, sage, thyme and coffee flavors. Silky sleek on the long finish. ——J.M.(9/1/2004)—— 91