"Inviting aromas of cherry, wild strawberry, and ripe plum are interwoven with notes of sage and blueberry. Hints of anise and clove give added complexity. Rich, elegant and well structured, the palate shows a velvet texture with smooth mouthfeel and good balance. Layered with full flavors of ripe plums, cherries, tobacco, and sweet notes of vanilla, the finish lingers with rich, dark fruit flavors."

"Plummy nose, with some savory tobacco suggestions swirling in the background. On the palate the taste of black raspberries and cherries laced with chocolate and espresso, with just a hint of tannic grip on the finish. Mouth-filling and voluminous, this wine is all about sensuous curves--but possesses a fine bone structure to age gracefully for at least a few years. And lots of flavor to burn."