A notably spicy and beautifully layered nose of both red and dark berries, anise, sandalwood and discreet floral hints. The textured and very rich medium weight plus flavors possess solid levels of dry extract which helps to buffer the firm tannins that emerge on the robust, powerful and impressively long finish. This will also require at least 6 to 8 years to be approachable and 12 to 15 to arrive at its full majority.