Medium ruby. Floral aromas of blackberry, cedar and minerals. Sweet, supple and very smooth, with expressive flavors of minerals, hot stones, tobacco, game and earth. The rather easygoing tannins arrive late. Showing much more pliancy than it did from barrel a year ago.

Rating: (87-88) - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 146 on Apr-03

Rating: 90/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 03/31/04