Good deep ruby. Crushed blackberry, violet and pungent black licorice on the nose. Fairly sweet and supple, with moderate density to the black fruit and licorice flavors. Perhaps a bit clenched but there's plenty of flavor here.

Community Tasting Notes (average 87.5 pts. and median of 87 pts. in 6 notes)

D liked more than C. Tasted 2009.