"Has earthy, berry aromas, with some raisin notes. There’s sweet ripe fruit on the palate, but it’s tough and dry, with rugged tannins. Age probably won’t soften it much; drink now" Wine Enthusiast

It has blackberry and chocolate flavors with some spice at the end.

"Rich and polished, with a solid core of blackberry and black currant fruit layered with mocha, sweet spice and briar notes. Shows more purity and freshness, with less toast, than previous vintages. The finish is long and juicy. Drink now through 2008. " wine Spectator

"Juicy layers of raspberry, vanilla and cassis bush are backed by a bouncy, slightly raisined finish. Also contains Carmenère, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Drink now through 2009. 25,000 cases imported. 87 points" Wine Spectator