Base of neck or better; four damp stained labels, one torn label

94 points Connoisseurs Guide

California purists may argue that the emerging smells of old leather in this wine are more the stuff of Bordeaux than they are of the local product, but if it is good enough for the top wines from the Medoc, then it is good enough for us. Indeed, "good enough" is too small praise for this deep, rich, still fruity, solidly structured bottling. Ten years of staying power is easily within its reach, and those who would keep it longer than that will not be taking an inordinate gamble. (10/2007)

95 points CellarTracker Member

Incredibly youthful, with tannins still in place, a remarkable wine. Rich black raspberry and cherry, length, balance, plenty of life left. I felt it could have passed for a five-year old quality California cabernet in a blind tasting. Ample sediment. Purchased on release, temperature-controlled storage for 20 yrs, cork in very good condition. (3/2022)