Mongeard Mugneret Grands Echezeaux 2018 750mL (Slightly Scuffed Label) Sine Qua Non purity and transparency with ripe

purity and transparency with ripe yet cool and reserved spicy black fruit

which isn't unpleasant so much as it's atypical

There is outstanding volume and concentration to the overtly powerful and muscular flavors that are supported by a citrus-tinged and markedly firm acid spine that also shapes the cuts-like-a-knife finale

this tastes like a great Napa Cab from the Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard

here tasted blind

Mongeard Mugneret Grands Echezeaux 2018 750mL (Slightly Scuffed Label) Sine Qua Non purity and transparency with ripe"There is latent power in this red, but also finesse and an underlying reserve. A deep well of black cherry, black currant, violet, graphite and toasty oak flavors permeate its texture. The acidity and tannins are in sync, while the long aftertaste evokes black cherry, spice and mineral elements." Wine Spectator, WS96, tasted 5 2021