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This is a brawny, generous and powerful wine that holds its full-bodied concentration in check, showing a balanced approach to oak and tannin. Black cherry, currant and cocoa powder are accented by toasted oak and lingering black pepper, nutmeg and cedar on the finish.
...soothing eucalyptus, rose petal and chocolate box scents over a core of blackcurrant cordial, Black Forest cake and wild blueberries with a touch of pencil lead. Medium to full-bodied with a delicately played, beautifully crafted palate, it has a firm line of fine-grained tannins and invigorating freshness lifting the fragrant flavors to a long finish.
...soft, supple and inviting. Medium in body, with lovely aromatic lift and freshness...mid-weight...a wine of understatement and class.
...aromas of violets and cassis, leading to a very rich and plush palate that has a soft and supple, blackberry and plum-flavored finish. Plenty of oak, too.
...cassis, black raspberry fruits, notes of cedar, lead pencil, and tobacco, it's medium to full-bodied, has solid balance, and enough tannin...
Ripe and focused, with a core of warm black currant and blackberry preserve flavors, laced with subtle charcoal, tobacco and loam notes. Stays fresh despite the slightly rustic edge underneath.