The combination of volcanic Jory soils, gentle eastern slope and late afternoon cooling from the Van Duzer corridor winds perfects the notion of a very fresh fruit core surrounded by natural acidity, and forms the “skeleton of the wine”, all in length, elegance and with great aging potential.
93pts Wine Spectator – 2016 vintage
FOR THE 2016 VINTAGE Dynamic, with a stately elegance, offering refined dark cherry, savory black tea and clove flavors that take on dimension and tension toward refined tannins. Drink now through 2025. 263 cases.
92pts James Suckling– 2016 vintage
FOR THE 2016 VINTAGE Fresh red flowers and earthy notes are played neatly across ripe red-cherry aromas to good effect. The palate has a toasty and juicy array of fresh, attractive red cherries and makes for an excellent, drink-now style.
92pts Wine Enthusiast– 2016 vintage
FOR THE 2016 VINTAGE A smooth, supple, yet muscular wine, this brings blackberry and black-cherry fruit, a vein of cola and a dusting of chocolate powder. It’s already drinking quite nicely, with well-integrated fruit and barrel flavors, while a nice lemony acidity underscores the finish.
