" Opaque with bright, tight, blue/purple rim. Complex nose with cranberry, dark cherry, fruitcake and ripe plum on a backing of lavender. Whispers of violet and vanilla. Powerful entry with immediate spread across the palate of all the nose had with extra dimension of spice and hint of anise. Creamy vanillin from fine oak. Super integration and great balance. Supple, sleek tannins. Long, fruit driven finish. Approachable now but will well reward another six to eight years in the bottle. Great wine. "