Exuberant blackberry fruit on the nose announces warm-country origins and an easy-to-drink style. The juicy palate shows appealing cola and cherry notes unencumbered by tannins, but finishes shorter than a New York minute. Drink now. ——W.E.(2/1/2009)—— 83

With its upfront vanilla, cinnamon and cherry aromas and flavors, this is likely to be a crowdpleaser. It’s supple and easy to drink, with lingering oaky notes on the finish.——J.C.(11/15/2007)—— 85