The ripe, medium+ to medium-high intensity nose seems a bit shy, offering minty cassis, blackcurrant, blackberry compote, and oak spice aromas layered over savoury earthy notes. The bright, medium-full bodied palate has lively acidity which lifts the dark fruited, minty cassis, currant, blackberry, oak spice, and earthy flavours. It's gently spicy on the mid-palate & supported by firm, grainy & lightly grippy tannins that should soften nicely over the next couple of years. Cassis and blackcurrant notes taper to savoury & earthy oak on the crisp, juicy and lingering finish. Tasted Oct. 2023.