QUINTESSA 2015 (MAGNUM), Napa

The plum and dark berry core is beautifully framed by the loamy earth notes, making it more refined than I expected. This magnum is perfect for a dinner party where you want something elegant and age-worthy. Really opened up beautifully after about an hour in the decanter.

The loamy earth and cedar notes promised in the description come through beautifully, adding complexity to the dark berry flavors. I was impressed by how polished the tannins felt even this young, though I wish the finish lingered just a bit longer.

This magnum has really opened up beautifully after a few hours of decanting, showing the plum and dark berry core the description promised. I only wish the finish had a bit more length to match the intensity of the mid-palate.