Dark purple. Pungent, mineral-tinged cherry and cassis aromas are complemented by suggestions of black pepper, succulent flowers and cola. Taut and structured on entry and then broader in the midpalate, offering concentrated, spice- and mineral-laced dark berry and bitter cherry flavors sweetened by a sexy floral pastille accent. Shows sharp delineation on the youthfully tannic finish, which lingers with impressive, floral-driven tenacity. – J.R.
