Licorice chocolate and black plums all show immediately in this rich dense wine. Sweet tannins combine with fresh tobacco smokiness over jammy ripe fruit. This array of flavors is kept in check by the over-arching acidity. R.V.

Ruby red in the glass with a clean brilliant character. The nose shows sweet red fruit caraway seed and notes of cedar. The palate is fresh with lively acidity and a nice balance of fruitiness fine tannin and sweet spice. Medium bodied this wine offers a lingering textural finish. Overall this is a precise and approachable wine one that I'll look forward to tasting again in 5 years.