Saturday, September 24, 2022 - Tasted blind. Med+ ruby. Med+ intensity black plum, black cherry, mocha, with strong new oak notes. Aged 11 mos in French oak barrels, 25% new.
Dry, but w/ plenty of fruit. Med acidity, med tannins and high alcohol (14.7%). Full-bodied, with med+ flavor intensity and length. Elegantly executed. Youthful, it is just now entering its optimal drinking window and should continue to show well for several years.