94 Points Wine Enthusiast (Editor's Choice): Brawny aromas of wild boysenberries, bay leaf, black cardamom, wet soil and black tobacco recall a tumble through the rugged chaparral on the nose of this bottling. The palate's black fruit and violet flavors mingle with lavender, chai spice, clove, black pepper and more tobacco, framed by firm tannins. This represents a tremendously complete sensory experience.
93 Points Wine Enthusiast: "Bountiful and rich black fruits of black currant and black cherry meet with dark clove and other baking spices as well as a hint of maple on the nose of this Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre blend. The palate's chalky structure is soft, allowing strong spice to rise amidst the black fruit in the midpalate, followed by a wave of plummy purple-flower flavors. The finish is all acid, which makes for a compelling combo of sensations."
