Opaque in color with a purple hue toward the edge of the glass. Aromas of ripe plum, white pepper and sizzling bacon, along with a floral aspect best described as rose petal. The palate boasts flavors of remarkable purity, intensity and balance: dark plum and blackberry mingle with a light white pepper; soy marinated duck layered with firm fine grain tannins that extend a long, juicy, persistent finish. Once opened, patience to savor this bottle over an extended time will be rewarded by extensive development as it opens with air to reveal many layers.