The 2018 Couvent des Jacobins is a blend of 82% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc and 7% Petit Verdot. Deep garnet-purple colored, it opens with earthy notions of wild mushrooms, black truffles and dusty soil over a core of stewed plums, baked blackberries and boysenberry preserves, plus a touch of powdered cinnamon. The medium to full-bodied palate has impressive freshness cutting through the intense black fruit preserves layers, with a plush texture, finishing on a lingering mineral note.