Immediately out of the bottle it is all freshness and elegant complexity – green berries, kiwi, lavender and jasmine, lime, and limestone aromas. Crisp and lengthy, but not at all aggressive, it is quite drinkable now and will improve for 18-24 months at least. Far from the lavish and lush style of some Napa Sauvignons, this is a gentle, sophisticated, and food-friendly version for the enthusiast.