More moderate wood influence more easily allows the pretty if reticent nose of various dark berries, humus, forest floor and earth nuances to be appreciated. There is a lovely sense of underlying tension to the medium weight plus flavors that possess a spicy inner mouth perfume that adds a touch of elegance to the light mineral-inflected and hugely long finish. This is a stunningly good effort and the only concern at the moment is that it’s not quite as complex as the best in the range. If it can add top notch depth with time it should merit, or even exceed, the upper end of my projected range. (92-95)/2030+