Consistent with the nose the middle weight and even more intensely mineral-driven flavors are restrained and chiseled while displaying first-rate persistence on the bitter chocolate-inflected finish

graceful Barolo Cascina Francia looks to be accessible relatively early

weighted evenly from start to finish with a composed cedar and mint infused finish

with a soft smokiness and olive notes

the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Kayli Morgan Vineyard gives up notes of warm blackcurrants

Rothschild & Concha Y Toro, Almaviva Vintage:2014 Consistent with the nose theHere are the markers of Maipo in a cooler vintage (90% of grapes were harvested in May) still rich and exotic with gentle spice, brambly blackberry fruits, toasted coffee beans, but balanced by a sense of elegance and lift with liquorice root notes. It's not as intense as the bigger vintages but is beautifully precise, making it great for drinking over the next few years. Includes a touch of Petit Verdot for the first time.