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Wow. This is so long and refined with rolling tannins that touch the extremes of the palate. So beautiful and classy. Full-bodied...
Juicy on the palate and supple in tannin, this wine opens in a swirl of caramel apple, dark cherry and dust—flavors full of tension and powerful concentration. Herbal and spicy in equal measure, it delivers robust complexity and intense structure...
Rocking notes of crème de cassis, flowery incense, Asian spice, hints of chocolate, and violets all flow to a medium to full-bodied wine that has a beautiful texture, no hard edges, integrated acidity, and a great finish.
Ripe, lively and focused, with an energizing savory streak amid the red and black currant and damson plum fruit flavors. A subtle tobacco note along the edge and a flash of minerality add range on the finish.
...notions of warm cassis, Black Forest cake, mulberries and stewed plums with suggestions of bay leaves, unsmoked cigars and black olives plus a touch of chargrill. Full-bodied, the palate is taut, muscular and firmly structured with a chewy texture and lovely backbone freshness, finishing with a compelling herbal lift.