Nose: raisin, toffee, orange Palate: light oak, stewed fruit w/hint of spice Finish: sweet and long This would have gotten a higher score, but for the price and the truly disappointing color. I bought it without looking inside, because if I had I probably wouldn't have bought it. If I were inclined to be generous I'd say the color is understated. It had a really off-putting flavor when I first opened it which also affected the score. If this had been 60-70 dollars I'd say pick up a bottle, but as the price stands I can't recommend this, and quite frankly I'm surprised this passed muster.