Handsomely formed aromas of currants, black cherries, a hint of sweet berries and creamy oak make a fine first impression here, and the wine starts off with equal excitement at the front of the palate. Its attractive flavors give a little ground in the late going as coarse and drying tannins creep in, and this one asks for a bit of quiet cellaring to show at its best.

Rating for United States-California: 96 (excellent)<br/><br/>Drinkability: too young, let it sit<br/>