90 pts – Wine Advocate
With a finished PH of 3.41 (still too low for any top-notch Cabernet Sauvignon), this wine’s rich fruit is able to fight its way through the wall of tartness. The healthy, medium to dark ruby/puRobert Parkerle color is followed by an elegant yet restrained nose of spice, tobacco, and red currants. The wine is medium to full-bodied, with excellent richness, good spice, and a clean, compact, long, rich finish. At its finest, this is an elegant, classic, sculptured Cabernet Sauvignon that can be drunk now or over the next 10-15 years. Robert Parker
91 pts – Wine Spectator
86 pts – Vinous
(13.2% alcohol): Dullish red. Balsamic nose shows distinct maderization. A juicy, slightly tart midweight, with plum and herb flavors energized by firm acidity. Finishes with ripe, nicely integrated tannins. But past its peak.- Stephen Tanzer (7/216)
