This is so focused and driven, with aromas of blackberries, black olives, chili chocolate, bay leaves and peppercorns. Some iodine, too. Full-bodied, yet agile and fresh, with a firm, tight tannin frame. Solid.

The organic 2019 Monteverro is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot from a vintage that shows natural concentration and richness straight out of the gate. The bouquet is layered with ripe fruit, blackberry jam, oak spice and leather. This is a very oak-heavy wine with a soft finish and hints of sweetness on the close.

Bright ruby red. On the nose, pretty notes of mint, sea salt, red apples and peaches, some clay. On the palate, a compact fruit core, tightly woven, with slightly earthy tannins, juicy, complex and long; an additional year of bottle ageing has done wonders.

Wow, what a knock out. Leading with blue fruit aromatics, baking spices, and a full bodied richness framed by sturdy, elongates, fine grained tannins, with wild herb nuances, brown spices, sandalwood, and real restraint. This 2019 Monteverro is built for long term cellaring.