Dark red. Musky oak currently overshadows dark berries, dark chocolate, licorice and menthol on the nose. Supple but a bit herbal and tart; more pliant than the 2016 at the same stage but still a bit green for my taste, even dry. Offers decent texture but ultimately only modest depth and length. Finishes with building dusty tannins that turn drier with air. I wanted more ripeness, depth and nuance. - Stephen Tanzer -Dec 2020 - Drinking Window 2020 - 2024