Good medium ruby-red. Enticing aromas of kirsch, dark chocolate, mocha, licorice and smoky oak. Rich, sweet and pliant, with currant and bitter chocolate notes. Densely packed but a bit chunky. Finishes with horizontal, slightly drying tannins and lingering sweetness.

Community Tasting Notes (average 90.6 pts. and median of 91 pts. in 14 notes)

Rating: (92-96) - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 132 on Dec-00

Rating: 93/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 03/31/03

Rating for United States-California: 88 (average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: too young, let it sit<br/>