Reviews:
96 pts Robert Parker Jr's The Wine Advocate Interim End of May 2018
95 pts Decanter September 2016
95 pts Wine Enthusiast Magazine November 2017
94+ pts Antonio Galloni Presents Vinous August 2017
93 pts JebDunnuck.com August 2017
91 pts Wine Spectator October 2017
The 2013 vintage was interesting: All of the rainfall occurred before January 1st, and we encountered a drought-induced early budbreak, which led to an early harvest (even though it is seven months away.)
The style of this wine is massive. There is a depth of flavor, texture, vibrancy, freshness, and richness I have not seen before. The nuanced nose reveals black currant, graphite, and our surrounding mountain flora. On the palate, it has a stunning richness to balance the abundant tannin and acid. We pride ourselves on our "old world" style, and I cannot say if I have made a more compelling vin de garde in the last thirty years.
Expected maturity 2020-2060