It is a lovely black cherry color. On the nose, aromas of red fruits, violets, spices, licorice, and toast can be detected. It is full-bodied with silky smooth tannins on the palate, with spices and hints of pepper together with flavors of pepper together with flavors like blackberries, blueberries or cherries in brandy. Slight menthol aromas bring freshness to the palate.