Mature dark rich stone fruit. — 9 years ago
Dense dark inky huge extraction - massive wine w/blackberry & dark fruits along w/richer red fruit like raspberry, cherry & ripe currant. Subtle mint & pepper, really takes time to unwind. Flavors vivid Day 2. Soft plush smooth on palate with gobs of ripe fruit & spice. Seamless integrated tannins & lengthy finish. Manipulated style - not for me, but it is hedonistic. — 3 years ago
Pretty bold fruit — 9 years ago
ESF
Scored on closeout & very much alive, still inky & dense - very generous nose of black & red berried fruit, cassis, mocha, warm spice, just really classic CS dominated blend. Lush fleshy on the plate, palate mirrors nose - plenty of tannins, not a ton of finesse but very drinkable. Steal @ $12 — a year ago