Garnet-red colour with brilliant purple highlights. Straightforward, elegant nose with oaky aromas, accompanied by notes of vanilla, toast, and cocoa. Fruity hints come to the fore including blackcurrant and other red berries. Starts out round on the palate with good grip and plenty of volume. Powerful, concentrated, well-structured mid-palate with overripe tannins and a bouquet featuring Virginia tobacco and eucalyptus, culminating in a very long aftertaste. All in all, a rich, generous wine, best decanted before serving.