Too much acidity on this Syrah and Mourvedre blend feels like a knife through the palate. But the cherry, cola and spice flavors are good, and the wine is fully dry and moderate in alcohol. ——S.H.(2/1/2012)—— 84

Smells baked, and is heavy and chocolately in the mouth. Finishes oaky. Syrah and Mourvedre.——S.H.(3/1/2005)—— 82

A Rhone blend marked by baked, earthy aromas of blackberry tart and coffee, and dry flavors of blackberries. There is a very distinctive taste of chocolatey cassis that persists through the finish, and is very strong, although it is dry. Acids are soft, but the tannins are strong and persistant. A blend of Syrah and Mourvedre.——S.H.(3/1/2004)—— 87

So soft and ripe; tastes as sweet as a raspberry tart, with melted milk chocolate, a splash of cassis and dusting of toasted coconut and cinnamon sugar. Tastes great, though not really a dry table wine in the classic sense. Syrah and Mourvedre. ——S.H.(7/1/2007)—— 85