Vinous Comment - Score: 92 (2016 March)

(aged in 60% new oak): Glass-staining ruby. Powerful, mineral-accented aromas of dark fruit liqueur, vanilla, incense and candied violet carry a spicy topnote. Juicy black and blue fruit and floral pastille flavors become sweeter and deeper with air. Rich and seamless in texture, with very good finishing clarity, well-knit tannins and lingering floral and fruitcake notes.