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A compact, fresh style, exhibiting intense cherry, currant, sandalwood and toasty vanilla aromas and flavors. Firm and muscular, in a well-toned, elegant way. Shows fine length and equilibrium.
...aromas of blueberry, licorice and bitter chocolate, plus a hint of crushed rock. Very concentrated and very ripe, with lovely seamless sweetness to the flavors of blackberry, blueberry and violet. Terrific texture and length here, with sweet tannins.
The nose offers plenty of ripe red fruit tinged with marmalade and orange rind... The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins and well-judged acidity...slightly reserved but persistent finish.