this intense wine opens with an alluring fragrance of crushed flower, vineyard dust, bright berry, leather, cooking spices and balsamic notes. the structured palate delivers ripe black cherry, prune, cracked black pepper, toast and licorice alongside vibrant acidity. the fruit richness stands up to the assertive tannins but it ends on a mouth-drying finish. drink 2020–2040.
Sarmassa