Inky ruby.  Lively dark berry and cherry scents are complemented by licorice, fruitcake and vanilla, with a spicy nuance adding lift.  Sweet, palate-coating blueberry and cherry liqueur flavors become more energetic with air and pick up a sexy floral nuance.  Distinctly powerful yet lithe, with zesty spice and mineral notes adding bite to the long, subtly tannic finish.