" Opaque with glorious glow of bright purple on the rim. Emphatic nose of intense black fruit tempered with hints of juniper and black, sweet chocolate. Big entry into the mouth with gorgeous controlled flow across the palate. Full of juicy plum ripeness with a great hint of astringency on supple, smooth, tannic background. Gorgeous use of fine oak. Lots of spice in form of vanilla, cinnamon and clove. Long finish with lots of ripe fruit. Many years of development to prove. "