Having just recently tasted the 2017, it was interesting to try the 2018. For my tastes, this was just a bit better than the 2017, but that is probably because it is more open and accessible. Purple in color with ruby swirls, mostly clear and bright. Very nice nose with black raspberries, black pepper, spice, slight fresh cut lumber and slight violets. Medium to full bodied. Firm tannins. On the palate, this is drinking well if young. Lots of black raspberry fruit. Depth but tight. Underlying char and spice. A fair amount of oak on the finish. This will get better and holding another five to eight years would be a good idea. Either way, it should drink well for the next twelve to fifteen years. Nice on its own, this will work well with braised meat dishes.
