Roasted, warm and rich, which is what we want from our Carmenere. The palate is dense and smacks down with mellow tannins, while flavors of roasted berry, smoked meats and herbs are textbook. There’s some heat and weight to the wine, but overall it’s big, solid and likable.——M.S.(9/1/2010)—— 88

Olive and prune aromas ride high on the forceful nose, and always is this wine in need of a lighter touch. The palate is so ripe that it seems about to implode. Hot and sweet on the finish; needs more elegance.——M.S.(9/1/2008)—— 82

A heavy wine with savory aromas of leather, animal fur, soy and baked plums. The palate is noticeably salty and dull, while the finish offers some tannic grab along with a touch of chocolate. Limited in its virtues but not offensive. ——M.S.(3/1/2007)—— 83