When I tasted this wine after bottling it never performed well. But more recently, the wine has thrown off the bottle shock and appears much richer and fuller than I would have ever imagined. Medium dark ruby with a slight trace of amber at the edge, with a big, spicy, cedary, herb- and red fruit-scented bouquet, this wine offers both complexity and character. In the mouth, the wine is classically structured, with medium body, plenty of tannin, and very good extract. While drinkable now, it should continue to evolve for at least another 7-10 years. Anticipated maturity: Now-2001. Last tasted, 3/90.

When I tasted this wine after bottling it never performed well. But more recently, the wine has thrown off the bottle shock and appears much richer and fuller than I would have ever imagined. Medium dark ruby with a slight trace of amber at the edge, with a big, spicy, cedary, herb- and red fruit-scented bouquet, this wine offers both complexity and character. In the mouth, the wine is classically structured, with medium body, plenty of tannin, and very good extract. While drinkable now, it should continue to evolve for at least another 7-10 years. Anticipated maturity: Now-2001. Last tasted, 3/90.