Assertive tannins cloister around black berry fruit and usher it through the finish. The wine is defined by the tannins, actually. Not only do they provide structure, and give something to chew on, they are filigreed into the fruit and augment it. Firm, structured and classically styled. Smart.
Score: 92 points -- Erin Larkin, Halliday Wine Companion, 2022