Big black cherry fruitiness right up front on the nose, followed by mint and eucalyptus, and then cocoa and a certain tobacco leaf character. The palate is more typical of Napa Merlot with cocoa, chocolate, black raspberries and dry, cedary tannins. There is a touch more of the tobacco, however, and a little dustiness. The finish has nice length and complexity for a Merlot in this price range.