The upside of the recession is that wines this good are being sold for lower prices, which is great news for consumers. This Cabernet, basically a negociant’s blend, is really delicious. It’s rich, dry, tannic and lush in blackberry and cherry tart, chocolate and smoky cedar flavors. ——S.H.(6/1/2011)—— 91

A good, everyday Cabernet. It’s a bit gritty and hard in tannins, but very dry, with fine classic flavors of blackberries, black currants and oak. Give it a brief decant before drinking.——S.H.(8/1/2010)—— 86