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This red has density yet remains fresh and lively. Black cherry, licorice, cigar box and spice flavors mingle over light, firm tannins, fueled by balsamic and orange peel acidity that leaves a juicy, spicy finish. Graceful.
... Lush red and dark berry scents...vanilla, espresso, candied flowers and woodsmoke. Round and appealingly sweet, offering concentrated blackberry, cassis and spicecake flavors... Chewy tannins add shape to the finish, which hangs on with strong, spicy persistence.
...developed, balsamic and pungent character...the tannins are fully resolved...
Aromas of vanilla, tobacco, plum, currant and tomato leaf carry the nose...full and jammy, with plenty of fruit weight. Blackberry, black plum and chocolate flavors give way to an easy fade on a fig-laden finish.