92 pts - Wine Advocate
["The 1997 Fratta is, as one might reasonably expect, the most forward of these wines. Though quite beautiful, the wine is fairly advanced in its soft dark fruit, earthiness and beef bouillon. It is a pretty, mature wine perfect for near-term enjoyment. T
88 pts - Wine Spectator
["A wine that aspires to be great. Dark, with intense blackberry and cassis and hints of toasted wood. Full-bodied, with a very velvety texture and a medium finish. A bit fat and lacking in tannin backbone, but polished and enjoyable. Drink now through 20
91 pts - Vinous
["Profound, saturated ruby to the rim. Superripe, primal aromas of blackberry, black cherry, menthol and woodsmoke; strong spicy oak component. Thick, meaty and mouthfilling; powerful and full. The note of woodsmoke carries through to the finish, which is