Tasted in three components. #1. Deeply pitched dark berry and violet aromas and flavors, with a jolt of spiciness on the back. #2. Spicier and more floral, with intense black and blue fruit flavors and a hint of black cardamon. #3. Explosively perfumed, displaying exotic potpourri and dark fruit liqueur qualities and a bright mineral overtone. The final product should be a suave, gently tannic and fruit-driven wine that Balthazar thinks `will be immediately appealing but a decent ager because of its balance.` 90-92 points