"Ample wood spice frames red pinot fruit and warm earth aromas where the earth component can also be found on the rich, fleshy and generous full-bodied flavors that are textured, concentrated and culminate in a mocha and plum infused finish. This is certainly a "statement" wine with a flair for the dramatic as it possesses plenty of personality but I marginally prefer the detail and delineation of the Cazetiers."