Opaque ruby. Cherry cola, cassis, vanilla and baking spices on the perfumed nose. Juicy, nicely concentrated dark berry, mocha and licorice candy flavors pick up a peppery nuance on the back half. Shows surprising energy for its heft and finishes long and spicy, with supple tannins lending gentle grip. Raised for a year in used barrels, 70% French and 30% French.