(sourced from vines that are more than 100 years old; malolactic fermentation and 15 months of aging in new and used French oak barrels): Glass-staining ruby. Potent mineral- and spice-accented scents of black raspberry, cherry pit and floral pastille pick up a hint of cola with aeration. Concentrated yet lithe in character, offering gently sweet, smoke-tinged cherry and dark berry flavors that deepen on the back half while maintaining vivacity. Shows superb energy and thrust without any excess weight and finishes gently sweet and extremely long, with silky tannins coming in late to contribute shape and subtle grip.