the nose still gives away little. the palate also remains tightly curled in itself. this wine needs a little time but promises to blossom with another year of bottle age. it has a gamy streak on the firm, grippy midpalate as well as bright, enlivening freshness. the finish is lip-smacking and the tannins still edgy, but the juiciness of dark fruit is undeniable. drink 2018–2020.
Horitschoner