Smooth at first, but shows a strong tannic grip on the vanilla and black cherry finish. Intense aromas of tobacco and plum set the stage for the big plum, cherry and leather flavors. Round and harmonious, with a good tannic structure keeping everything in place. Sweet prune, plum, black cherry and spice aromas. Good, concentrated fruit flavors, with more plum and cherry, along with a hint of blackberry and anise.
Firm tannins on the mouthfilling finish.
On a much bigger scale than the regular bottling, this wine shows plum, leather, blueberry and blackberry aromas. It doesn't let up on the palate, either, with mouthfilling flavors of plum and black cherry. There is some oak here, but it's well integrated. The wine is quite smooth, with sweet plummy fruit and leather flavors. Full and round, with moderate tannins and a long finish.