Pure cassis and raspberry sauce with vanilla. Full-bodied, with big, velvety tannins and a finish that lasts a very long time. Awesome wine. This is very close in quality to the 2000. Aromas of blackberry, toasted oak, sweet tobacco and espresso. Full bodied, with velvety tannins and a long fruity finish. I like the texture. 92 points - (JS) Wine Spectator