An excellent 389 with length, concentration and polish, especially with respect to the almost sour-edged blueberry notes of its spicy plum/cassis fruit, its integration of smoky, chocolatey American oak and fine, but drying astringency. It borders on the minty and touches on varnishy, but presents a complete package for drinking now or extended cellaring. (18.9/96, drink 2010-2018+) Jeremy Oliver