The main reason it didn't earn a 5 star rating for me was due to the fact that a slight medicinal lingering component was present. Leona presents rich aromas of caramel, honey, vanilla, cinnamon, and dry spices. On the palate we notice strong flavors of wood, spices, sun dried raisins, brown sugar, with lingering medicinal nuances. It's highly tannic and delivers an extremely luxurious mouth feel.