An exquisite balance of ripe fruit and oak here, melding together nicely on the full-bodied palate with well-placed tannins that create a pleasant, velvety, and fruity carpet that glides gently through the long finish. So well-constructed and will be utterly delicious for a long while yet.

Aromas of cooked prunes and black cherries with hints of cinnamon and caramel. The palate is lush and smooth with fine tannins and flavors of dried mint, green pepper, dutch processed cocoa and black plums.