Bright black berry and purple floral notes immediately waft from the glass, followed shortly after by glimmers of sweet smoke, tea leaf and soft leather. Fruit-forward and balanced, the round mouth is framed by medium-fine tannins and lifting acidity. A hint of milk chocolate sexes up the close. (Lauren Buzzeo,Wine Enthusiast,March 1, 2012) Bright black berry and purple floral notes immediately waft from the glass, followed shortly after by glimmers of sweet smoke, tea leaf and soft leather. Fruit-forward and balanced, the round mouth is framed by medium-fine tannins and lifting acidity. A hint of milk chocolate sexes up the close. (Lauren Buzzeo,Wine Enthusiast,March 1, 2012) 750 mL bottle