Savory and oaky, but with a nice mesquite scent and also some bacon and big black fruit aromas. Rich and voluminous in the mouth, with smoky, dark, roasted berry flavors. Savory, spicy and pretty big on the finish, and bullish as a whole.——M.S.(9/1/2010)—— 88

Light on the nose, with strawberry, cola and a cheesy undertone to the bouquet. The body here is pretty trim and fresh, while the flavors are of slightly reedy red fruit, vanilla and cream. What makes this Cab attractive is that it doesn’t overstride; it’s light to medium in body, and it isn’t rubbery, oaky or out of balance.——M.S.(9/1/2009)—— 86

Cassis, black cherry and other solid dark-fruit aromas seem solid and inviting. The palate is saturated but shows good texture and flow, while the flavors and essence of cassis, raspberry and eucaplytus are ingrained all the way to the finish. Springy, tasty and attractive, but not complicated.——M.S.(9/1/2008)—— 88

New packaging on LFE’s wines make them appear more modern, and certainly the cedar and balsam aromas that override the cherry and berry notes are indicative of a so-called modern wine. Otherwise, look for buttery red-fruit flavors with vanilla on the finish.——M.S.(3/1/2007)—— 85