December 1, 2020
2017 noir - 92 pts from Vinous
Inky violet. Spice-accented cherry, cassis and licorice scents, along with a smoky mineral nuance that emerges as the wine opens up. Fleshy blackberry and bitter cherry flavors are braced by a core of zesty acidity and turn sweeter on the back half. Smoothly blends depth and energy and finishes smoky and long, featuring plush tannins and lingering dark fruit and licorice qualities.
Josh Raynolds, Vinous