The wood treatment is prominent if not dominant as the spicy aromas of cassis, anise and hoisin are able to be appreciated. There is good richness to the bigger and more powerful medium-bodied flavors that possess both good volume and punch on the lingering and mouth coating finish where the oak influence resurfaces. The supporting tannins are ripe and about only nits are a hint of backend warmth and a very slight trace of dryness that in this case seems as though it will round out. My score offers the benefit of the doubt. Note that this should be approachable young if desired. 2022+