Eyes: Brilliant ruby red and nuances of garnet red, moderate transparency.

Nose: Intense, clean, pleasing, refined and elegant, starts with hints of plum, black cherry and dried violet followed by aromas of blackberry, blueberry, raspberry, leather, graphite, cocoa, licorice, tobacco, rhubarb, vanilla and menthol.

Mouth: Properly tannic attack and however balanced by alcohol, full body, intense flavors, agreeable.

Finish: Persistent finish with flavors of plum, black cherry and raspberry.