Lively nose of holiday spices, oak and cedar. Aromas of red currant, black currant and blackberry with a floral, herbal tinge.
Juicy entry, with plenty of still-forward toasty oak. The fruit offers a nice dance between red and black berries with some plum and boysenberry compote. There are undercurrents of fresh sweet basil and tarragon along with a floral element that add a nice layer.
For me, the oak isn't quite cumbersome, but does somewhat overshadow the other flavors. If memory serves, this wine has that as part of its style, so it will likely relax with more age and provide better balance in flavor profile. That said, if you like a nice, toasty and oaky profile, drink it now and it'll being you plenty of enjoyment.
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