Nose

bright aromas of red and black raspberry and boysenberry that deepen into flavors of cassis, black plum and black currant jam on the palate.

Palate

The fruit is joined by notes of sweet vanilla bean, cocoa and smoky oak which mingle with wild herbs, white pepper and a touch of loamy earth. With well-integrated oak and tannins that are dusty and youthful,

Aging

22 months, French & American oak barrels (42% new)