On the palate, the texture is glassy smooth with the flavors of blueberry joined by anise, dark currant, and mocha.

This remarkable new effort launches forth with delicious black currants, plums, and a hint of spice and creamy vanilla on the finish. Elegant, full-bodied flavors are intense and substantial, but neither heavy nor overweight. This beautiful, pure, well-balanced Cabernet should drink well for 10+ years, peaking around 2015 in our estimate but a guaranteed thriller...

Featuring the captivating elegance of a Montrachet combined with big rich tropical fruit, this wine truly elevates Chardonnay in this price tier to the upper echelon of collector white wines. Deliciously smooth notes of honeysuckle, poached pear, and brioche are deftly balanced with alluring citrus oil and a creamy vanilla oak. Launching forth with notes...

Featuring the captivating elegance of a Montrachet combined with big rich tropical fruit, this wine truly elevates Chardonnay to the upper echelon of collector white wines. Deliciously smooth notes of honeysuckle, poached pear, brioche, and white currants are present in this wine, which also exhibits some citrus oil and a subtle influence of new oak....

Deep yellow gold in color gives way to a luscious palate with banana, pineapple, melon, pear and highlighted by vanilla bean and green apple. Full-bodied and textured, supported by bright acidity which brings elegance and balance. Delicious! –