ESF

8.9

Scored on closeout & very much alive, still inky & dense - very generous nose of black & red berried fruit, cassis, mocha, warm spice, just really classic CS dominated blend. Lush fleshy on the plate, palate mirrors nose - plenty of tannins, not a ton of finesse but very drinkable. Steal @ $12 — a year ago

Abe Glass

8.9

Mature dark rich stone fruit. — 9 years ago

ESF

9.0

Dense dark inky huge extraction - massive wine w/blackberry & dark fruits along w/richer red fruit like raspberry, cherry & ripe currant. Subtle mint & pepper, really takes time to unwind. Flavors vivid Day 2. Soft plush smooth on palate with gobs of ripe fruit & spice. Seamless integrated tannins & lengthy finish. Manipulated style - not for me, but it is hedonistic. — 3 years ago

ESF

9.1

Holy Moly - monster wine, no sign of age, squid ink, gobs of fruit - hi octane, full blown balls to the wall wine yet supple tannins w/hot finish. Blue / black fruit, mega ripeness mingled w/sweet spice, licorice & vanilla. Wowza — 4 years ago

Erik Henderson

8.9

Pretty bold fruit — 9 years ago