Appearance: Shiny, coppery gold Nose: Caramel and vanilla dominate, against a backdrop of dried fruit and sweet spices. Palate: The full-bodied, warm attack opens with a fruity, honeyed heart, enhanced by spices and well-integrated oak. The texture is refined, with a smooth sweetness balanced by a touch of freshness. The finish is long and elegant, lingering on sweet fruit notes. Overall impression: A rich and balanced wine, where the fruit and spices are underpinned by well-integrated oak, despite a slightly fiery attack.