90 Points | International Wine Cellar , September/October 2012

(initially fermented in stainless steel and then put through malo and aged for nine months in older French oak):  Bright violet color.  Pungent dark berry and mineral scents show a lively character.  Firm and juicy, offering concentrated blackcurrant and bitter cherry flavors and a hint of allspice.  Finishes on a spicy note, with firm tannic grip and very good persistence.  I like this wine's structure and focus.

87 Points | Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate