Hints of violets mark the nose of the 2017 Hermitage, joined by blueberries and raspberries. While not the most profoundly complex wine to bear this appellation, it's a solid effort that's already approachable. Medium to full-bodied, with silky tannins and a soft, easygoing finish, the muscle of Hermitage is well marbled here—fatty and juicy, fruit-froward and seemingly built with early drinkability in mind.