Ruby red color with rich and intense tones. Variety of aromatic herbs accentuated with generous notes of tobacco and wet earth (dry earth, as well), black currant and licorice. The palate manifests good consistency of medium-smooth tannins to ensure the lengthy ageing. Rich structure and weight and elegant breed on the finish. Optimum cellar life in all vintages.
92 Points - Falstaff, January 2004. "Sparkling dark ruby; distinctly fresh, youthful nose with aromas of cherry and undergrowth; very juicy in approach and progression, clear and compact fruit, underpinned by fine-grained tannins, velvety finish."
91 Points - Wine Spectator, October 2003.
90 Points - Cellar Tracker
87 Points - Wine & Spirits Magazine, April 2006.
