Appearance (look and feel in the glass)
5 out of 5 stars.
Exceptional
—Purely outstanding clarity. Truly characteristic color of this particular Varietal or wine type.
Aroma (smell, nose)
5 out of 5 stars.
Exceptional
—Unmistakable characteristic aromas for grape variety or wine type. Outstanding bouquet and aromas. Complexities exist and are balanced perfectly.
Taste And Mouth Feel (flavor, mouth feel, mouth impression)
5 out of 5 stars.
Exceptional
—Unmistakably characteristic flavor or flavors that is extraordinarily balanced, smooth and full-bodied.
Finish (after flavors, intensity, change in flavor in absence of wine, duration of flavor, aftertaste)
5 out of 5 stars.
Exceptional
—Truly extraordinary finish and lingering aftertaste.
Overall Impression (overall feel of wine, from glass to finish)
5 out of 5 stars.
Exceptional
—This wine was magnificent through and through. I will most likely buy more of this wine and I highly recommend it.