Strongly scented of oak, with toasty, mentholated scents alongside vanilla, cinnamon and clove. The texture is creamy, with vanilla and tobacco flavors backed by soft black cherries. Should integrate better in another year or two but there’s no need to hide this away. Drink now–2010. Imported by Pasternak Wine Imports. ——J.C.(12/31/2005)—— 87