Intense purple-black core and hue. Fragrant with violet, inky dark fruit like cassis, kirsch, black plum, embellished by mild toast, almond, and dry spice notes. Concentrated and fresh palate, still youthful and rather massive, with good proportions, high ripeness, and a fresh acidity, layered with crushed black currant, herbaceous spiciness, pepper, mild toast, and a persistent, lingering, muscular finish.