ITEM 9833588 - Removed from a temperature and humidity controlled wine storage unit; Purchased upon release; Consignor is original owner
...full-bodied blend...balances piercing black cherry and cassis flavors against a firm structure of fine, penetrating tannins and bright acidity. Richly concentrated yet pristine in fruit, it finishes on a sultry, smoky streak of crushed stone and charred anise.
Potent red and blue fruit liqueur, potpourri and incense are complemented by hints of botanical herbs and exotic spices. Attractively sweet and energetic in style, offering spice-laced raspberry, boysenberry, dried cherry and floral pastille flavors supported by a strong undercurrent of smoky minerality. Polished, even tannins frame and shape a smooth finish that lingers with strong persistence and repeating florality.
...a very fresh, melon and sliced-pear nose with subtle, stony notes...palate is smooth, sleek and fleshy with attractive peach flavors and a fresh, crisp feel to the gently nutty finish.
More dark berry fruits, wild fennel, and peppery garrigue notes emerge...ripe, seamless, sexy, yet elegant wine...
Boasting scents of dried spices, stone fruit and red raspberries, it's medium to full-bodied on the palate, with a rich, velvety feel and a dusting of tannins on the long finish.
Show a slightly old school persona, with lots of singed alder, garrigue and leather accents leading the way, while the core of red currant and bitter cherry fruit follows from behind. The long finish has nice grain, with dried fruit and herb notes partnering until the end.