Vanilla and blackberry aromas. Full-bodied and smooth on the palate. Great next to a steak or a nice pasta.

"Tight, sleek and focused, with red currant, black cherry and hints of anise, sage and dusty berry. Unfolds gracefully and finishes with a long, lingering aftertaste. Should only get better. Drink now through 2013. 718 cases made. 89 points" Wine Spectator

"Drying tannins overwhelm, with sage and bay leaf notes and currant and wild berry flavors. Drink now. 28,000 cases made. 80 points" Wine Spectator

"A gorgeous young Cabernet, brimming with ripe, rich, vibrant black cherry, blackberry and spicy toasty oak; its flavors are deep and enormously concentrated, coating the palate, holding a tight focus and finishing with remarkable complexity and finesse. Best from 2005 through 2014. 967 cases made. 95 points" Wine Sepctator