Estimate
Generous aromas of mint, cardamom and ginger light up this full-bodied, moderately tannic wine from the first whiff. Espresso, blackberry, and toasted oak flavors dominate the palate giving a definite spicy character to this wine.
Hints of menthol accent black cherries and vanilla that are joined by savory notes of black olives on the nose...medium to full-bodied, smooth and easy to drink, not overly extracted or tannic but balanced and reasonably elegant.
Bright blue fruits, graphite, and some sweet spice notes...full-bodied, opulent, pleasure bomb of a wine...
Some oak evident on the nose. Not a subtle wine. Scrawny finish.