dense blackberry fruit and even a hint of new leather can be coaxed from the glass with the first swirl. a toned and muscular yet still graceful body gives equal measures of fruit and supporting oak. the tannins are fine and there is statuesque poise of a very well-cut wine, like an italian-tailored suit, elegant yet masculine. this drinks well already but will be even better in two to three years' time; drink through 2018.
Hill 1