Dense and brooding, offering licorice, spice, mineral and macerated cherry flavors. Broadens on the palate, with sandalwood and orange spice notes following on the aftertaste. Be patient. Best from 2012 through 2025. 130 cases imported. -BS

I hadn't had this beauty since 2009 and it has evolved about as anticipated with its deftly oaked, restrained and pretty nose that features plenty of spice elements on the softly secondary red berry fruit and rose petal suffused aromas. There is good richness to the naturally sweet yet entirely serious medium-full flavors that culminate in a still firmly structured, dusty and mouth coating finish. I very much like the balance here and while this could easily be enjoyed now if given 30 minutes in a decanter, for my taste I would advise holding it for another 5 to 7 years first.