Estimate
Concentration and density are hallmarks of this full-bodied, firmly tannic wine from a consistent estate-oriented producer. It is well packed, with black-cherry, cedar and violet flavors.
Smoke- and spice-accented black raspberry, cherry and potpourri scents are complicated by emerging cola and vanilla notes. Appealingly sweet and focused on the palate... Gently chewy, well-knit tannins frame an impressively persistent finish that leaves behind cherry liqueur and allspice notes.
Well-structured, with sanguine notes accenting the red fruit, dried bay leaf and thyme flavors. The sinewy finish lingers, showing hints of cola and rooibos tea.