Limpid ruby-red. An exotically perfumed bouquet evokes raspberry preserves, cherry cola and exotic spices, and a suave floral topnote emerges as the wine opens up. Sappy and penetrating on the palate, offering intense red and dark berry, lavender pastille, spicecake and succulent herb flavors that show notable depth and appealing sweetness. Finishes impressively long and sappy, delivering repeating florality and pliant tannins that meld smoothly with the vibrant fruit. (JR)