Smelling of pencil lead and tart black cherry, this wine seems to be hiding something on the nose. The palate opens up nicely, however, with wide array of non-fruit characters, including lavender, anise, nougat and tapioca. Supple and pliable on the medium-weight palate, the fine-grained tannins and supporting acidity give this just enough refreshment to keep one going back to the glass. The finish is medium in length, but the overall integration and pleasantly pure fruit concentration tick all the boxes. Drink now–2020.

— Published (4/26/2017)