"Sadly, there are only 280 cases of this knock-out merlot. The wine possesses a dense ruby/purple color, as well as striking aromatics, consisting of black chocolate, jammy berries, and pain grillé, beautifully integrated new oak, low acidity, and a plump, full-bodied rich, concentrated style. The extraordinary fruit ripeness of California's best North Coast micro-climates is accompanied by the complexity and multi-dimensional personality found in a top-quality Pomerol. This beauty should easily drink well for 10-12 years."

Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate, 1998