Deep red. Aromas of blueberry, plum, leather, tobacco and mocha. Sweet, plummy and pliant, with a creamy, fine-grained texture for the vintage. Very plush wine, richer than the 2006 and at least as long. Finishes with big but ripe tannins.

Rating: Barrel Tasting - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 06/30/05.

Parker score: 90/100