From Pisa in Central Otago. Dark ruby red, with some obvious darkening to a mahogany colour with the (6 years) bottle age. On the generous nose are red cherry, bramble, cinnamon and thyme notes. Medium-bodied, with integrated tannins and a fading acidity.
On the palate are toasted spice, tar and earthy flavours, brightened with plum and elderberry fruits. Some nice complexity and depth. Toward the back is a caramel, pecan oak influence and the finish is velvety, sweeter and drying with good length. 91pts.
