Slightly toasty first notes are joined by a vanilla custard-like scent in the surprisingly low-key aromas of this ripe, but quietly fruity, full-bodied wine. It comes with a full measure of supportive acid and a nice sense of backbone, but it never quite convinces that it has the stuffing to open up into greatness, and its past success notwithstanding, it trails the best here.

Community Tasting Notes (average 90 pts. and median of 90 pts. in 1 note)

Rating for United States-California: 87 (average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: unpredictable<br/>