Tuesday, November 14, 2023 - This is a real chameleon.
On opening the secondary flavors are off-putting, with a good amount of harsh tannin and bright acidity. Bricking is quite evident.
2 days later the wine was far more enjoyable. Medium strength notes of tobacco and leather on the palate fooled me into thinking this was a Cabernet. The tannins completely smoothed out, backed by good acidity.
So drink by 2027, but wait 48 hours after opening to really enjoy the maturity.