Medium ruby. Bitter cherry and ripe plum aromas accented by espresso, coriander seed, pepper and oak spices.Shows good density and weight, with assertive blackberry, plum, bitter chocolate and tobacco flavors. This is a big boy, but without excessive or rough tannins.

Rating for Australia-South Australia-Adelaide-Fleurieu-McLaren Vale: 90 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: young, aging quickly, could be good now<br/>