A rich red. Red cherries and red plums, lifted florals and strikingly deep seated peppery spices. There is also the impression of concentration, and hints of milk chocolate, cocoa and even chocolate. The palate is wonderfully balanced, cherries and plums, blackberries, maybe some raspberry acidity, milky and tangy, ripe but not too sweet, all with some beautiful tannins. Quite primary at the moment, but oh-so easy to drink. No sign of any heat whatsoever.
Rated : 92 Points
Tasted : May08
Alcohol : 14.5%
Price : $55
Closure : Screwcap
Drink : 2008 – 2015
Source : Boccaccio Cellars