Glen Carlou 2003 Grand Classique Meritage 92 points

Glen Carlou 2003 Grand Classique Meritage (Paarl); $20

Glen Carlou’s wines are far from shy and this delicious Meritage from Paarl has all of the bold notes you’d expect from this producer. The nose is elegant, with waves of cinnamon, tobacco and spice, and on the palate, flavors of red berry, spice and smoke are distinctive but harmonious. This is a wine that will continue to unfold as it ages, which is an exciting prospect.