Huge and grapey, with a meaty, plum-packed palate that is over the top. The finish is equally round and large, and it's loaded on the back end with bitter espresso. Try as you might, this one is tough to like. It just doesn't have much harmony despite its top-shelf price. –M.S.
Huge and grapey, with a meaty, plum-packed palate that is over the top. The finish is equally round and large, and it's loaded on the back end with bitter espresso. Try as you might, this one is tough to like. It just doesn't have much harmony despite its top-shelf price. –M.S.
Huge and grapey, with a meaty, plum-packed palate that is over the top. The finish is equally round and large, and it's loaded on the back end with bitter espresso. Try as you might, this one is tough to like. It just doesn't have much harmony despite its top-shelf price. –M.S.