Deep bright-hued red. Sexy, spice-accented aromas of ripe red berries and potpourri are lent vivacity by a smoky mineral element. Sweet, palate-coating raspberry, cherry preserve, spicecake and floral pastille flavors show a suave blend of depth and energy. Displays fine delineation and finishes with superb clarity and emphatic, red-fruit-driven persistence. Raised for 17 months in large oak foudres.

Juicy and forward style, with ripe plum and black cherry compote flavors laced with black licorice and fruitcake accents, ending with echoes of black tea and warm earth. Grenache, Mourvedre and Syrah. Best from 2021 through 203