Ochota Barrels Mourvèdre From The North 2020

This displays a brilliant violet hue in the glass. The nose opens with expressive cherry and blackberry notes, lifted by pronounced spice inflections and complemented by smoky mineral tones, lavender, and petrichor-like earthiness. The palate delivers good depth and energy, delivering concentrated dark berry and blue fruit flavors with persistent intensity. The wine's structural architecture benefits from a lively acid spine that provides essential balance and tension. The finish extends impressively, maintaining both precision and length, with floral notes reverberating through the close. Fine-grained tannins emerge subtly on the finish, contributing textural grip without imposing weight.