90 points - 'Editors' Choice,' Wine Enthusiast: "[$16 list] This blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 44% Merlot and 1% Petit Verdot features cassis and mint aromas, then bold flavors of cassis, chocolate and coffee. It’s reasonably full bodied, but its best attribute may be its thick, rich texture, which makes it a perfect budget-conscious choice to serve alongside your favorite steak. (Nov 2009)"

89 points Wine & Spirits: "Fresh blueberry flavors run through this blend of cabernet sauvignon (55 percent) and merlot. It's clean and rich, with savory black tannins that carry the scent of pencil lead. Impressively complex for the price, this will complement braised beef. (Feb 2010)"