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It offers bold intensity and a big aromatic footprint. Dark fruit, spice, leather and road paving are rolled into one pretty package. The wine makes an impact thanks to its smooth transitions and long polished feel.
Medium body, silky tannins and a crisp finish. Shows cedar, leather and dried fruit aftertaste. Orange peel too. Love the aftertaste.
Developing nicely, this evokes sandalwood, incense, cherry, licorice, tar and earth flavors. Open and approachable now, with fine balance and length.
Lifted, leafy cherry with a hint of bell pepper on the nose. Transparent raspberry fruit that is just ripe, framed by firm tannins. Long and fragrant and could have done with a little more power, but it is certainly impressive for this hot vintage.