A rich; deep color that immediately announces the tone of the vintage. It appears as a highly concentrated wine. The rich; complex nose confirms this impression; with a blend of black fruit and spices such as black pepper; cinnamon and vanilla.
In the mouth; the attack is at once fresh and profuse. The sense of volume continues midpalate while velvety tannins gradually develop; giving the wine its body without ever becoming overbearing. Everything is in perfect balance. A few notes of cocoa and coffeecomplement he broad aromatic palette right up to the prolonged finale; supported by extremely mature tannins. While the pleasure it procures may tempt some to drink it young; I suggest waiting a few years. Indeed; everything indicates long and propitious aging.