Dark and tough at first, with rubbery, smoky aromas of tire rubber, cracked black pepper and match stick. Airing reveals more subtlety and softness along with flavors of black plum, mocha and baked savory notes. Stout on the finish, and overall this is a serious, well-made Hermitage with some rough edges that may iron out with more time in bottle.
Dark and tough at first, with rubbery, smoky aromas of tire rubber, cracked black pepper and match stick. Airing reveals more subtlety and softness along with flavors of black plum, mocha and baked savory notes. Stout on the finish, and overall this is a serious, well-made Hermitage with some rough edges that may iron out with more time in bottle.
Dark and tough at first, with rubbery, smoky aromas of tire rubber, cracked black pepper and match stick. Airing reveals more subtlety and softness along with flavors of black plum, mocha and baked savory notes. Stout on the finish, and overall this is a serious, well-made Hermitage with some rough edges that may iron out with more time in bottle.