A super-fragrant and polished wine with aromas of plums, black cherries, fresh violets, Mediterranean herbs, licorice and smoke. Medium-bodied and supple, with refined tannins, crisp acidity and a chewy, structured finish. Well done. Easy and delicious to drink now.

The nose sparkles with gently energetic aromas of blackberry tea, pomegranate syrup, cola and soil, and the palate has a similar feel, as flavors of vanilla, black cherry and a chocolatey cola recall and old-fashioned ice cream float, but savory overtones of pepper and more soil provide a practiced balance.