Andrew Jefford: Deep, glowing black-red, though not opaque. Sweet-scented red fruit, crushed thyme, animal fur: an attractive, harmonious, and enticing aromatic profile. Warm, full ripeness without being hot, top-heavy, or ungainly. On the palate, this is smooth, svelte, deep, and long. Fine depth and concentration of herb- and olive-infused red fruits and a soft and supple tannin profile. Modulates in the mouth toward something a little drier and leaner, with a subtle cleansing bitterness and sense of flavor-related (rather than textural) grip. Polished, harmonious, and graceful red wine- 16