A classic Cabernet combination of blueberries, violets, and blackberries with tar, and cedar notes. The musky, black fruit note also suggests a higher percentage of Petit Verdot this year. There are also pencil shavings and pomegranate and a very light toasty oak.

In the traditional Moss Wood style, the first impression here is one of bright, generous blue and black fruit flavours, sitting over concentrated but balanced tannin. It’s the classic vineyard statement. However, there are also some pointers to the 2017 season, with crisp acidity, giving the palate a taut, almost zippy feel. The finish is firm, with a very light touch of toasty oak, mixing with cedar and tar.