JS9696 pts. - JamesSuckling.com - Thursday, January 30, 2020
Impressively fresh aromas of red cherries and cherry pie with a stony and leafy edge, hints of chalk and raspberry compote. The nose is very expressive with some more cryptic flashes. The palate has the same dichotomy with such plush, ripe red cherries to start out with. It has a supple, succulent feel with a sense of levity in this warmer vintage. Then, the velvety mid palate builds to a firm, commanding yet fine finish, reminding us where we really are. Power with purpose here. Best from 2023. (James Suckling)
VN9494 pts. - Vinous - Feb 2022
Glistening ruby-red. An expansive, complex bouquet evokes ripe red and blue fruits, candied lavender and succulent herbs, along with an overlay of exotic spices. Sappy, penetrating boysenberry, raspberry, cherry cola, spicecake and mocha flavors deepen through the midpalate with no loss of energy. Finely wrought tannins add gentle grip to an impressively long, smooth finish that leaves resonating cherry and floral notes behind. 40% new French oak. (Josh Raynolds)
WE9292 pts. - Wine Enthusiast - 3/1/2021
The first bottle was lightly corked, which dampened the fruit and attenuated the finish. The second bottle was fine, with a mix of mulberry, blueberry and plum, along with ample backing acidity. Aged in 40% new French oak, it’s likely to benefit from a couple more years of cellaring. (Paul Gregutt)
