Very dry and earthy, with tobacco, herb and blackberry flavors. Could be richer, but the structure is impeccable, and the wine is elegant. Ready now.——S.H.(5/1/2010)—— 87

Rather light in body and flavor, with strong tannins and a hot finish. Maybe not showing well at this moment. There are some black cherry, plum and currant flavors that may emerge down the road.——S.H.(11/15/2003)—— 84

Pretty good, not great, a wine made from obviously ripe, pedigreed grapes. The flavors are of blackberries, with that distinctive earthiness that often marks Dry Creek Cabernets. Has persistance on the palate and length on the finish. A push of tannins suggests midterm ageworthiness.——S.H.(12/15/2003)—— 87