Reduction masks everything except a hint of spice. Otherwise there is a beguiling vivacity to the rich, elegant and impressively refined middle weight flavors that display impeccable balance on the mineral-driven and utterly delicious finish. This is a stunner of a Beaux Monts that possesses a classy mouthfeel on the chiseled backend though once again at least some patience is advised as the mid-palate is quite tightly wound. Outstanding. Drink: 2028+ (Jan18)