Alison Buchanan: Deep mahogany in color with amber light, this presents a hedonistic array of chocolate and raisins and orange liqueur. The palate reflecting the aromatics of the nose adds energy, focus, and direction. There is a vibrant quality borne of citrus elements and orchard fruit notes. This balances intensity with an alluring degree of vivacity and tension, sustained throughout. | 90

Andrew Jefford: Light to mid-walnut brown. Rather a dull, toffee-like nose, seemingly with the varietal character ironed out of it somewhere along the way, so that orange and mint is just lurking in the background. Sturdy and forthright on the palate, but with much less aromatic charm than the best of its peers. A little hard and aggressive on the finish. | 83

Margaret Rand: Bright, good acidity, some green notes to the flavor, some bitterness. It’s refreshing, almost searing, with an austere, coffee-scented edge that is more grown-up than the merely sweet versions. | 89