(from a .72 ha parcel). A moderately high-toned nose features primarily notes of various red berries, earth and a hint of leather. Additionally there first-rate freshness and verve to the precise, intense and muscular yet caressing and succulent big-bodied flavors that are supported by a driving, powerful and very serious finish that is, not surprisingly, youthfully austere. This isn’t a refined version of the appellation but it doesn’t lack for underlying material. And despite the succulent mid-palate, this clearly is not fashioned to be approached in its youth. 91/2031+