This will go down as a legendary wine as it was rated as one of the top drops in a great vintage and rightly so. When compared with similar wines from around the world, in terms of varietal makeup, this has got to be one of the better buys from anywhere, period. Predominately, Cabernet Sauvignon with a Merlot and Petite Verdot this has great palate presence filling in all the crevices with its assorted red and black fruits wrapped inside beautifully sleek tannins. Opening the nose is somewhat restrained and closed, but with ample aeration cedar spice, subtle vanilla and a dusty chocolate note surfaces over the assorted black berry and small red fruits. Medium to full bodied this has beautiful mouth feel with fine grained tannins that give just the right amount of grip. An abundance of sweet fruit is countered with a nice savory undertone that really adds complexity. Finishing with great length and persistence this is all that it is made out to be and shows why it was one of the top red wines for the vintage.

Pairs deliciously with filet mignon and lamb chops.