Intense color with violet and blue hues suggesting freshness and verve.  Explosive aromas of deep black cassis, currant, perfume and dark cocoa.  Enters the palate full with an intriguing mineral component and remains round and velvety with structured tannin and acid in harmony with a judicial use of attractive French oak.  Persistent black fruit and dark cocoa flavors linger on the palate creating a drawn out, mouth-watering finish.  Drink upon release or cellar for up to 15 years.