This top Cabernet bottling from Taylors has been a consistent favorite over the last few vintages, and the 2004 continues the string. It's complex, bringing scents of mint, coffee, cassis and tobacco all to the dance, and matching that complexity with weight and richness. The tannins are a bit astringent right now, so try it from 2010-2020.——J.C.(10/18/2008)—— 91

The wine suggests the vintage’s cool ripening temperatures in its hints of roasted pepper, but also features plenty of cassis and tobacco for balance. It’s full-bodied and rather tannic; another few years of cellaring are in order.——J.C.(2/1/2008)—— 90

Made in the winery’s classically savory style, this flagship Cabernet shows a touch of bricking at the rim and some maturing aromas and flavors of tobacco, cedar and earth. It’s broad and mouthfilling, creamy in texture yet not obviously fruity, finishing with lush, soft tannins and a touch of hickory smoke. Drink now–2015.——J.C.(2/1/2008)—— 93

In the mouth, bold black fruit takes on lots of molasses, or brown sugar, and that sweetness carries through to the finish. The package is wrapped with a ribbon of eucalyptus that’s deep on the nose, and gives the otherwise dark-and-sweet flavors a nice, unexpected tweak. One to drink with a beef roast, particularly if it’s served with gravy or a reduced wine sauce. ——D.T.(2/1/2004)—— 89