@Fiddle I recommend letting it sit for at least 12 minutes, push the plunger down, then pull the plunger up again, allowing it to sit another 3 minutes before pushing the plunger back down and pouring. The directions for 4 minutes are going to give you a very weak-tasting cup. Also do not expect it to be as strong as pot coffee, but the flavors should be more noticeable.
Warm the French press
Pour coffee
Pour almost boiling water
Let it simmer for 4 mins.
Press
Drink
I was expecting coffee with more aroma instead I got something barely better than filter coffee