Ripe strawberry and raspberry notes dominate, offering a rich, juicy palate with ample fruit amplitude. Hints of mint, spice, and almond paste add complexity, while the tannins are dry, grainy, and supportive. The wine is fleshy and warm, with a savory touch of blonde tobacco and shortbread-like richness. The red fruit carries a rugged, spicy character, though it lacks the tight, mineral precision of the producer’s best vintages. Subtle notes of brick dust and sandstone lead into a warm, red-fruited finish with hints of Earl Grey tea, carrying well on the palate. A bold expression from a hot, dry vintage.