“Intense aromas of blackberry, licorice, violet and bitter chocolate, with a bright mineral overtone. Dense, sappy and vibrant, with impressive energy to its black fruit compote, licorice and violet pastille flavors. Finishes with lively acidity, insinuating spiciness and broad, youthfully chewy tannins. This is definitely built for the long haul.”

“There is mystery in what lies here, and what is next to come ... offers smoke and charcoal and grilled touches in its dark fruits ... supreme balance ... it mixes up rock n’roll and symphonic music. There is great, loose freedom as it ends. Joli, beau vin.”