The debut vintage (only 150 cases were produced) of this wine first came to my attention at a blind tasting. The wine still has a dense purple color and a sweet nose of black fruits intermixed with espresso, licorice, truffle, and smoke. Very full-bodied, opulently textured, with sweet tannin and a finish that goes on for a good 40-45 seconds, this wine is evolved, but could still benefit from another 4-5 years of cellaring. It will keep for at least two decades.