Medium red. Red and black fruit aromas, with pungent floral and oak spice character gaining strength with air. Taut redcurrant and cherry skin flavors offer impressive intensity and focus, with no excess fat. Finishes fresh, brisk and long, with excellent balance.

Rating for United States-Oregon: 93 (good year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: young, aging quickly, could be good now<br/>