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This wine shines with notes of smoked meat, mineral, dark coffee and earthy funk. The flavors are dense, rich and voluptuous, while retaining an exquisite sense of balance. It’s an exclamation point of a wine that’s approachable now.
...smoking-barrel sample loaded with potential. Blackberry, pepper, bloody meat, salty minerality & earth are just some of the nuances here. This full-bodied effort has fantastic texture, substantial, yet sweet tannin & a terrific finish.
Knockout nose combines cassis, blackberry, licorice and espresso complemented by sexy oak tones. Creamy and concentrated, offering a restrained sweetness and outstanding lift to its juicy blackberry and espresso flavors...