A more deftly oaked nose offers up notes of essence of red cherry, currant, violet and pungent earth scents. The mid-palate of the medium weight plus flavors is sleek and polished while contrasting with the robust and borderline rustic finish that is sneaky long, markedly powerful and palate coating. I like the balance and this linear and compact effort too should be capable of aging effortlessly, indeed it's going to need it.