Dense purple black, with a violet rim, the aroma of huckleberry and black cherry burst from the nose. Black cherry and fig move from the front palate to chocolate, blueberries and ripe red cherries in the mid-palate. As with all Arkenstone wines, this NVD is elegant and well balanced and the long finish leaves you with rich mocha, ripe blackberry and opulent crème brulée. Approachable now, it will lay down for years to come.