Shows a saturated deep purple color, begins with aromas of blackberry, black raspberry, boysenberry and ripe black fruits, framed with touches of white and black pepper, crushed stone, smoke, cocoa and savory spices. The flavors match the aromas and are dense and concentrated with medium to full bodied richness and a bright acidity that carries the fruit and spice. The wine is complex yet elegant, plush and velvety textured and the finish is long and persistent with fine-grained, powdery tannins.