94 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$54 list] Sensational RdD Reserva with dry, smoky, elegant aromas and then a super-juicy, fresh, finely etched palate with composed cola, cherry, raspberry and more. This wine exhibits merit after merit; it’s complex yet easy to like. Really excellent for the money. Drink 2011-2018. (Oct 2010)"

93 points Josh Raynolds (International Wine Cellar): "Opaque ruby. A sexy, complex bouquet displays powerful black raspberry and cherry-cola scents, with complicating notes of dried rose and violet and a hint of spicecake. Brighter red fruits appear on the palate, with juicy acidity adding lift and focus. Seductively silky and sweet, with excellent finishing clarity and spicy persistence. There's nothing to get in the way of drinking this wine now, although it will reward at least another five years of patience, at a minimum. (Sep/Oct 2010)"

92 points Wine Spectator: "Solid and dense, this red is a bit closed now, with deep but muted flavors of plum, currant, toast and mineral. Balanced and well-integrated. Needs time. Best after 2011. 2,250 cases made. (9/30/10)"

91 points Jay Miller (Wine Advocate): "The 2006 Reserva spent 18 months in French oak. Aromas of pain grille, mineral, Asian spices, incense, and assorted black fruits, lead to a layered, dense, rich wine that will continue to blossom with another 3-4 years of bottle age. This lengthy effort has a drinking window extending from 2013 to 2026. (Jun 2010)"

91 points Wine & Spirits: "Dom­inated at first by overt warmth, this quickly reveals more balanced scents of ripe cherries, spice and light coffee notes. While it is big, the flavors are met by commanding acidity that carries them to the end. (Jun 2010)"