Buying Guide 2018; Sumptuous notes of ripe, red cherry almost veer into ripe plum territory and have a spicy, mellow hint of vanilla and cinnamon. The palate replays these flavors, complete with finely woven tannins that seem to boost the aromatic cinnamon notes. A rich wine but without superfluous fat. Lovely, velvety and sensuous in a modern, international style. – A.K.
