94 Points | International Wine Cellar , July/August 2012

Good full red.  Very pure but subdued aromas of raspberry, rose petal and spices, along with a suggestion of chocolate.  Then almost surprisingly plush and sensual on the palate, and distinctly sweeter than the 2007 classico, showing a flavor of cherry liqueur.  Extract-rich and dense in texture without betraying any heaviness.  Finishes with excellent spine and thrust and good medicinal reserve.  This will need time to absorb its serious dusting of tannins.

91 Points | Wine Spectator

95 Points | Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate