8/21/2012 - jonanator wrote: 85 Points Very rich and tannic. Will need some time to mellow out. Bites a touch too hard right now leaving a bitter finish. Do you find this review helpful? Yes - No / Comment Options 8/7/2012 - Oakjeff wrote: 90 Points Still needs time &/or a long decant. Delicious, rich and tannic. This sports lush raspberry and crushed plum fruit on top, with racy black licorice snap and roasted apple wood notes underneath. There’s a plush feel through the finish, with wellburied grip. Drink now through 2017. Score: 91 (James Molesworth, winespectator.com, Feb. 29, 2012)