There’s plenty of ripeness on the nose here, which is focused in the dark-fruit territory, offering up dark plums, cedar, tobacco, dried spices, asphalt, and licorice. Full body, chewy tannins, and a spicy finish. Drink in 2021.
Intense and full of youthful energy, it delivers succulent black cherry and black raspberry sensations accented with notes of black pepper, new leather, cinnamon, clove and Mediterranean herbs. The vibrant palate is supported by a tannic backbone and lively acidity that promise serious cellaring potential. Drink 2020 2045.