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Marvelously complex, deeply fruited and massively concentrated yet wonderfully drinkable... Scents of violets, tree bark, truffle, purple raspberries and blackberries all appear on the nose, while the full-bodied palate is rich, dense and velvety, and the finish shows enormous richness and length. Breathtaking stuff.
One sexy, powerful, full-bodied Southern Rhône...kaleidoscope-like array of blueberry, scorched earth, candied violets, pepper, and some almost northern Rhône-like meaty, smoky nuances. Full-bodied and incredibly pure, with a stacked mid-palate and ripe, supple tannins...
...stunning core of pure violet, raspberry and plum pâte de fruit flavors that glide through seductively, belying the power that's in reserve, thanks to a well of singed alder and mesquite, worn leather and warm stone notes. The finish cuts a broad and deep swath, with the fruit showing serious staying power and superior definition.
...deeply perfumed bouquet features black raspberry, cherry liqueur, boysenberry, exotic spice and floral scents that show outstanding definition and smoky mineral lift. Sweet and penetrating in the mouth...strikingly long, floral- and spice-driven finish is shaped by steadily building tannins that play nicely with the wine's intense fruit.
Peppery and deep, there are tones of blackberry, black cherry, rosemary, thyme, and layer upon layer of spice. The palate is just as impressive – deep and brooding dark fruit forms a foundation with ripe but plentiful tannins to bring real backbone and structure. This is layered with sweet and savoury spices and game, with high tones of white pepper and violets. This superbly complex, refined and serious wine is a knockout. Very impressive.