This is the most expensive of N&N’s current Cab lineup and also a remarkably good wine. It combines flamboyantly ripe fruit with a fine, rich structure and balance, although it’s a little soft. The complex flavors of blackberries, blueberries and cherries are well-oaked, and the finish is long and spicy. ——S.H.(12/1/2005)—— 92

Impresses with its opulence and decadence. Soft, almost too soft, in texture, with a velvety, melted fudge mouthfeel that carries flavors of chocolate, vanilla, blackberry, cassis, spices and smoky oak across the palate through a long finish. A bit of a letdown in the middle palate.——S.H.(10/1/2004)—— 93

——J.C.(6/1/2003)—— 91

Smoky toast and earth tones offer an enticing aromatic entree to this silky textured wine. It's marked by elegance and balanced bing cherry, blackberry, rasberry, spice, herb and cedar notes. Long on the finish.——S.H.(12/31/2001)—— 91

Very polished, with rich blackberry, chocolate, tea and cedar aromas. Full cocoa and black-cherry and cola accents add to the flavor of sour plums on the graceful palate. The texture is suave and luxurious. Closes with dusty, soft, even tannins and some cocoa notes. Has good depth and claret-like poise. Very approachable now; drink to 2010.——W.E.(11/1/2000)—— 93