Barrel aged in French oak for 12 months (30% new oak, 70% old oak) followed by 6 months in stainless steel. Midnight black core with a deep dark red black hue. Sailing out of the glass are intense aromatics of blackcurrant followed by subtle notions of violets, ripe mulberry, hints of red liquorice, vanillin cedar and subtle spicy tobacco notes. Flooding the medium to full bodied palate are waves of rich blackcurrant fruit that have a relatively smooth textural feel. Mulberry, subtle cedary tobacco characters and spicy bay leaf nuances ensue. Very polished yet structured tannins. Excellent depth and concentration for its price point finishing long and refined.