Colour
Bright magenta.
Nose
Youthful via expression, mature via disposition (pedigree/stamp).
Atop: Florals (lilac) and spice (Moroccan/Middle East).
Beneath: Stewed silverbeet/spinach/beetroot and silverside.
Upon sitting: malt and mocha.
Across: Oak, omnipresent, yet somewhat disguised – expressed via roasted nuts (pecan) and the subtlest of char.
Palate
An initial perception of being medium-bodied, modified upon third sip to that of a more full-bodied Penfolds red.
Quite integrated at time of writing, yet retaining a tension/tussle between the Cabernet and Shiraz. Further time in bottle required.
Flavours? Venison carpaccio; some blackcurrant, peppercorn, pistachio/pecan; black tea.
Framed via tingling (natural) acidity velvety and graphite tannins.
Oak only acts as a conveyance – little artefact.
Balanced, long and full.