Quinta do Noval Nacional 2016 Margaux Moderate wood stops short of

Moderate wood stops short of being invasive on the ripe and fresh aromas that include red currant

6-hectare vineyard planted in 1965 on deep and dark soils on hard sandstone

and purchased Glenelly Estate

This will definitely need time to integrate the wood but overall

This very serious effort is quite tightly wound and will require plenty of cellar time to shed its firm tannic carapace

Quinta do Noval Nacional 2016 Margaux Moderate wood stops short of99 Points Wine Enthusiast, Roger Voss This is a ripe and fruity yet structured wine that has amazing aging potential. It offers a strongly floral element that contrasts with the tense, mineral texture and dense tannins. It is an immensely concentrated wine that will not be ready until 2029.