Delivers a complex range of flavors built around a core of spicy pear, hazelnut, clove and citrus. Firm acidity gives it nice structure, too, finishing long and clean. -Wine Spectator

Rating: (88-90) - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 142 on Aug-02

Rating: 89/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator

Rating for United States-California: 90 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: quite possibly over the hill<br/>