Texturally, the palate displays profound density and minerality, woven with finessed tannin and backed by a brightness, purity and freshness that transcends to a seemingly endless and pure finish.

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We were mesmerized by its woodsy perfume of sage and sandalwood. A flash of dark plum and fig brings in a plush mouthfeel, with black-peppered boysenberry leading the charge. Energetic and well structured. Tannins are supple and there’s a brightness of fruit, a depth of graphite and oak, and an overall marvelous balance. 95/100