inky dark purple core and a slightly lighter core. The nose displays mild oak and butterscotch paired with inky dark fruit - crushed plum, cassis, cherry, sage and tobacco leaf. The palate is dense with good volume, yet finely rounded with a ripe extract and grainy tannin, finely tuned oak and oak derived spiciness. Ripe and dark berry flavours with a good level of acidity giving a good lift on the palate, fine persistency and drinkability today.