"Ripe and focused, with a pure beam of black currant and plum fruit, layered with cocoa, mineral, loam, tobacco and toast. Ripe, smoky finish, with impressive structure for the vintage. Drink now through 2010. 11,000 cases made. 92 points" Wine Spectator

"Juicy, and filled with open-knit blackberry and raspberry fruit backed by modest toast and spice notes. Drink now. 20,000 cases imported. 87 points" Wine Spectator

"A slightly rigid wine, with currant and red cherry character. A clean, basic Cabernet. Drink now. 40,000 cases made. 82 points" Wine Spectator

"Aromatically complex, with rich, complex flavors to match. Layers of ripe, creamy, elegant black cherry, vanilla, toast and hazelnut combine for a wonderful glass of bubbly. Drink now through 2006. 75,000 cases made. 91 points" Wine Spectator