Palate

beautiful cassis, plum, licorice, olive tapenade, and lead pencil shaving-like aromas and flavors that give way to a full-bodied, layered, and concentrated 2011 that has beautifully integrated oak, plenty of mid-palate, and a terrific finish. Enjoy it anytime over the coming 10-15 years. - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

Aging

12 months in 50% new French oak before being moved to large oak puncheons.

Appearance

Deep-ruby in color. - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate