Estimate
...exuberant, perfumed, hedonistic character. Loaded with notions of black raspberries, peppery herbs, liquid violet and licorice, it doesn't pull any punches on the palate and is full-bodied, massively textured and decadent, with enough sweet tannin to keep it nicely focused on the finish.
Very expressive, with layers of lush blueberry coulis, fig paste, currant confiture and melted red licorice all wrapped with toasted spice and coursing through the vivacious finish. A gorgeous display of fruit, with the spine to keep it balanced.
Aromas of cassis, blackberry, pungent flowers and licorice, along with hints of vanilla and woodsmoke. Deeply pitched, powerful dark fruit flavors show liqueur-like intensity and pick up a smoky nuance with air...finishes with excellent clarity, length and lingering fruit notes.
Very complete and satisfying. Sweetness akin to cocoa powder...very lively...very fine tannins. All pleasure... Edge of rose petal. So sweet!