The powerful, very intense and fruit-forward nose reveals a mixture of red and black berry fruit aromas, mingled with spicy notes of black pepper and subtle touches of vanilla, caramel, and mocha. From a powerful and complex attack, the medium-bodied mid-palate is underpinned by very mature tannins. With good substance and balanced acidity, it reveals wild berry flavors, especially blackberry and blueberry. Ripe fruit notes linger on the palate, together with a return of the spice notes found on the nose, while toasted hazelnut and roast coffee-bean flavors complete the long, rich, and well balanced finish, underpinned by elegant tannins.