This wine is finely balanced-an impressive mix of ripe fruit and rich tannins. A smoky character envelops its rich blackberry and plum flavors, all underlined with tannins. It needs to age and will be best from 2020.

Tobacco, humus and singed cedar hints give this a slightly rustic frame, while the core of dark cherry and black currant fruit tries to keep up. Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Drink now. 8,000 cases made.