Still a bit oak-forward on the nose. A touch of leafy, stemmy quality over blackcurrant and barely ripening blackberries.
The forward oak is on the palate as well, with a tight, fairly reserved frame. This wine is stuck in its youth, so needs time in the cellar or a lengthy decant. Currently, the flavors are leaning toward crunchy black plum, blackcurrant, and firm blackberry. Hints of bay laurel and stone with a finish suggesting petrichor on the olfactory bulb.
This may need more time in bottle to relax. Best enjoyed with food.
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