94pts-WA: The 2009 Continuum comes across as much more understated next to the 2008. It has plenty of silkiness and finesse, but less of the size and shape of its older sibling. Dark cherries, espresso, exotic spices and licorice are woven together in a fabric of notable elegance and harmony.  Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024.--Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate, 12/2011 

Winery Notes: The 2009 is lush, rich and elegant showing supple, complex tannins layered with graphite and autumnal notes, all leading to an impressive extended finish.  Aromas of wild black cherry, dark chocolate, bergamot zest and summer rose lead to blackberry, cardamom and black truffle on the palate. A wine of wonderful power an elegance, the 2009's inherent harmony and finesse make it delicious now, while assuring tremendous age ability.--Continuum Estate

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