Ruby in color with purple hues, mostly clear and bright. The nose is great. Black cherries, cherries, spice and slight red currant note. Medium bodied. Great semi-plush texture. Nicely balanced. On the palate, this is young but drinking well. It has plenty of depth but unwinds quickly in the glass. Flavors of black cherries, currants with spice and slight char. Long finish. This should continue to drink well for the next ten years, maybe more. Very nice on its own, but would be better with food. This would work well with Couscous dishes or of course, braised beef.