Appearance: rich, deep, vibrant garnet color Aroma: hint of tasty oak, rich forest floor, hint of bread yeast, nuances of violet and dried rose petals Mouth: cocoa, dark chocolate, dark red fruits of plums and blackberries, smooth forward entry with a lovely galloping attack, sweet fruit a the front of the mouth, balanced acid, mild tannins, long lingering finish with dark plum overtones.