Although this is very good, it's a bit of a disappointment compared to what this fine producer is capable of achieving. The bouquet is dark in overall tone and nearly impenetrable—with aeration the toasted, charcoal-like scents give way to hints of vanilla—while the flavors are surprisingly tart. Simple blackberry and boysenberry fruit flavors turn crisp and spicy on the finish.
Although this is very good, it's a bit of a disappointment compared to what this fine producer is capable of achieving. The bouquet is dark in overall tone and nearly impenetrable—with aeration the toasted, charcoal-like scents give way to hints of vanilla—while the flavors are surprisingly tart. Simple blackberry and boysenberry fruit flavors turn crisp and spicy on the finish.
Although this is very good, it's a bit of a disappointment compared to what this fine producer is capable of achieving. The bouquet is dark in overall tone and nearly impenetrable—with aeration the toasted, charcoal-like scents give way to hints of vanilla—while the flavors are surprisingly tart. Simple blackberry and boysenberry fruit flavors turn crisp and spicy on the finish.
Although this is very good, it's a bit of a disappointment compared to what this fine producer is capable of achieving. The bouquet is dark in overall tone and nearly impenetrable—with aeration the toasted, charcoal-like scents give way to hints of vanilla—while the flavors are surprisingly tart. Simple blackberry and boysenberry fruit flavors turn crisp and spicy on the finish.