2016 Richebourg

Bright medium ruby. Initially closed nose opened somewhat with air to reveal powerful aromas of dark berries, black cherry, menthol, crushed rock, tobacco, violet and peat. Extremely primary and deep but with nothing edgy about its black fruit, licorice and mineral flavors; conveys a strong impression of inner-mouth lift. Utterly young but already projects a sexy wildness. This extract-rich wine finishes with outstanding length and building crushed-rock minerality. I'd love to have the chance to retaste this wine next to the RSV in about 10 years--and then again in 20.