Opaque ruby. Cherry, black currant, singed plum, smoky oak and a hint of vanilla on the deeply perfumed nose. Coats the palate with pliant cassis, bitter cherry, mocha and floral pastille flavors, while a cracked pepper note adds back-end cut. Fleshy and deep but surprisingly lively as well, with harmonious tannins framing a finish that displays strong, spicy persistence.
91 points, Josh Raynolds, Vinous (Jul 2022)