Suave, modern and very well-built, with seductive oak spice and cigar box notes that enrobe winey black cherry and violet flavors. Fresh peppercorn and shaved graphite invigorates the hefty palate, while fine, chalky tannins line the well-built finish. Extremely solid. Best from 2025 through 2036. Score - 94. (Kristen Bieler, winespectator.com, Feb. 29, 2024) Suave, modern and very well-built, with seductive oak spice and cigar box notes that enrobe winey black cherry and violet flavors. Fresh peppercorn and shaved graphite invigorates the hefty palate, while fine, chalky tannins line the well-built finish. Extremely solid. Best from 2025 through 2036. Score - 94. (Kristen Bieler, winespectator.com, Feb. 29, 2024) 750 mL bottle