Dark and purple in the glass. The nose is lacking intensity, but complex aromas of raspberries, blueberries and orange zest mix with notes of smoke, violets and toasty oak. The palate is more direct with warm black fruits, pastry crust and a white pepper finish. Nice mix of fruit and earth with a rich feel and good tannins, but a slightly chalking and cloying note detracts from the overall feel.