octavius has always been oaky, but over the years the fruit has come into better balance, and the 2009 may be one of the most successful editions yet released. it's dense and impenetrable at first, only slowly yielding hints of plum, mocha and vanilla. the texture is rich and supple enough to make the wine approachable now, but it should evolve and improve through 2020 or beyond.
The Octavius