Teasing, atypical aroma opens up with subtle traces of black pepper, minerals and oak; after more aeration, the bouquet adds hints of black licorice, lemon drop and beeswax. Palate entry's first impression is of black licorice, then a resiny oakiness takes over; by midpalate, the black pepper/spice returns along with a bittersweet flavor that's nutty and nougat-like. Aftertaste is medium-weight and bittersweet.