Deep, dense, purple color. Pronounced aromas of toasty vanilla, clove, sweet spice dominate the backdrop of ultra-ripe black fruit. Modern, forward style with lots of vanilla cream, coffee and spicy blackberry pie flavors. Full-bodied, plush, extracted with supple tannins. Sort of 'Shiraz' with a more savory finish. ——W.E.(10/15/2010)—— 88