The medium-light colour and the attractive strawberry and spice on the nose suggest a light-bodied, even frivolous, wine. However, the leather, tobacco box and mocha notes allude to something more.
With the fresh entry showing sour cherry and strawberry, the wine moves to good weight on the mid-palate and texture all-round with hints of oak, vanilla and spice.
The finish lingers on with chocolate and cherry, yet stays focused due to a good acidity level.
