Estimate
...solidly packed...with a core of dense raspberry, plum and blackberry compote flavors, framed by an apple wood note. A latent bramble echo through the rich finish gives this needed energy.
...fantastically open-knit, expressive nose of plum preserves, baked blueberries, crème de cassis and chocolate mint with touches of black tea, licorice and Chinese five spice...full-bodied palate offers mouth-coating black fruit preserves and exotic spice flavors with a soft texture and a spicy finish.
...rich and powerful...solid tannin structure, underpinning the full body and generous ripeness.
...thick, dense and savory, with a pronounced earthiness and trail of tobacco. Dark-berry fruit complements the brooding opening nature of the wine, which finishes in firm, supple tannin and integrated oak.