This wine plays peek-a-boo with its aromas, starting with chocolate, then revealing earth and fig after time to air. The palate is extremely savory and smoky, though a bit disjointed. Well-placed and slightly zesty feeling acidity adds levity to the custardy texture. Dried cranberries and black cherries chime in on the palate, but linger only briefly on the crisp, modest finish. Drink now–2020.

— Published (2/28/2018)