Popped and poured. Ready to go from the start, but left to sit in the glass for about 45 minutes. No noticeable change at that point.
Lots of cocoa and a mix of blackberry and blueberry on the palate, with a hint of plum on the finish. Some oak but not obtrusive, with tannins fairly well but not completely integrated. After 2 hours, the fruit fades a little bit and the tannins become a little more dominant on the finish, but not in a bad way.
This wine has never disappointed since its youth and continues to show well. This bottle is very similar to the last bottle I had about 1 year ago. it is enjoable now and should continue to age well for a few more years based on this example.