The aromatic, expressive, open, floral and elegant 2016 Masdeu de Scala Dei is simply superb. It has impressive, complex aromatics that are very pure, elegant and nuanced, including decayed violets, blood orange peel, watermelon, rose hip and a stony sensation, which is more evident in the dryness of the palate. The tannins are refined and very chalky on the palate, giving it an almost salty touch, a dry and long finish and a clean, fresh sensation when you swallow. Because even while tasting, I had to swallow. Brilliant! 2,843 bottles and 100 magnums were filled in June 2018.