The opening whiffs find intense aromas of metal, brass and fruit pit; aeration allows the bouquet to become more roasted, green pea- and cocoa bean-like. Palate entry is tightly-wrapped and astringent; then at midpalate the cocoa flavor detonates on the tongue and bam, it's a glorious ride to the lip-smacking, tongue-blanketing, whip-cracking finish. What a rush, what a classic!
96-100 points, Wine Enthusiast (Jun 2006)
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