The 2004 Faustino 9 Mie is purple/black in color. It spent 9 months in barrel and 2 years in bottle prior to release. It displays brooding aromas of smoke, violets, underbrush, and blackberry. On the palate it has a plush texture, some underlying structure, and the balance to evolve for 2-3 years. It will provide pleasure through 2019 if not longer. Faustino’s wines tend to be a mixed bag, but occasionally they produce some real values.Importer: Palm Bay Imports, Boca Raton, FL; tel. (561) 362-9642