"(35% new oak): Healthy bright ruby. Lovely mineral lift to the aromas of cassis, kirsch, violet, mocha and black pepper. Comes across as more pliant than the 2012 and a bit more nuanced in the early going, perhaps because winemaker Peterson reduced the percentage of new oak from 60%, offering a sexy sweetness but also lovely clarity to its dark berry and clove flavors. Finishes with a rich note of bitter chocolate and excellent length. Give this beauty at least a few years in the cellar."
- Vinous (November 2015), 92+ pts
