...full-bodied, elegant and gorgeously polished beauty offers tons of black raspberry, cassis, licorice, caramelized cherries and background notes of roasted meats.
Candied boysenberry, dried lilac, snapped dark chocolate and hints of dried mint show on the nose. The entry into the palate is refined and soft with juicy mulberry and elderberry fruit plus touches of thyme and forest floor. Firm but polished tannins and a decent dose of acidity ensure long drinkability.
...hits the palate with intense dark fruit, chocolate, mocha and new French oak. Made in a rich, powerful style, with more French oak influence... Intensity and power are never lacking...well done in its style.