1996 Quintessa Red Italian The full-bodied palate is impactful

The full-bodied palate is impactful and yet achingly elegant

convey an impression of brooding intensity

creamy texture of Krug

It provides a perfect introduction to the winery's lineup of site-specific Pinots

"A rather linear and tight Grace with currant

1996 Quintessa Red Italian The full-bodied palate is impactful"A strong briar patch nose is accented by cola, creamy vanilla, and finely toasted oak. Its much the classic Rutherford big boy, with black currant, licorice and tobacco notes. Yet it remains cool and light, not heavy or corpulent. Fine tannins close it out, leaving us with a more positive impression than in our original review, which appeared in the July issue." Wine Enthusiast