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...an alliance of fennel, fresh cherry, kirsch distillate, and high-toned herbal essences with an earthy, toasty amalgam of beet root, mulberry, hazelnut, walnut, and humus. The feel here is polished, practically silken...
Firm, tight and focused, delivering earthy, minerally notes that weave through the compact berry and spice flavors. Needs time to open up more, but all the pieces are in place.
Aromas of black cherry, licorice, chocolate and sweet oak. Dense, sappy and full, showing deeper, sweeter fruit and more palate presence than the merlot bottling. ...finishes with broad, building tannins. Very chewy wine.