Estimate
...iron and iodine notions...gorgeous black cherry fruit, leafy herbs, bay leaf, violets, candied orange peel, and Asian spices...medium to full-bodied, has perfectly integrated acidity, awesome balance, and a finish that won't quit.
...dense, powerful and packed. Savory herb, licorice, menthol, anise and dried rose petal add striking layers of complexity. In most vintages, the Old Vines can be ethereal and fleeting, but in 2018 packs a serious punch. I would give it a few years in bottle to be at its best. (January 2020)
...dried bark, mushroom and potpourri with a core of black berry fruit and loads of floral nuances. The palate is medium-bodied and silky with slowly expanding, earth-laced flavors, finishing long, juicy and uplifted.