When in doubt about a wine list, go with D’Arenberg.  Each bottling has the signature red sash across the label and I have never been let down- until yesterday.  This wine was just so plain and uninteresting I had to see what others were saying.  I am not alone.  It must be the vintage, because I usually see some good depth in this brand, usually well balanced and flavorful.  I got some red raspberry out of the nose, but not much transcending the palate.  Very little tannic structure leave me to wonder about the long term viability of this vintage.  A true disappointment, but I haven’t given up on the brand.  Like I said, a go-to-wine when confused about a wine list.  2 stars and 85 points.  Boo hoo…..