Quite dark with a deep ruby in color that pushes all the way to the rim. At first, the nose is more reminiscent of a Rhone blend than Pinot Noir, as black and purple fruits dominate with touches of garrigue, cigar wrapper, fresh herbs and a bit of barnyard. On the palate this is very young, but has great texture and a very silky tannic structure. The finish is big and bold – this will definitely benefit from at least 5+ additional years of cellaring. Drink 2020-2030+.

A background application of toasty oak frames an airy, pure and markedly ripe nose of beautifully well-layered dark berry fruit and plum where additional breadth is present in the form of dried flowers, spice and earth accents. The seductively textured, intense and muscular big-bodied flavors possess ripe tannins and plenty of dry extract, all wrapped in a balanced, lingering and energetic finish that is a bit less youthfully austere than usual.