The wines of Saint-Julien offer an intense, complex aromatic palette and are usually a dense ruby red. They marry power and concentration to an almost feminine finesse and elegance. The fruit profile is dominated by blueberry, blackcurrant, blackberry, prune, tobacco, and licorice root. Pleasant tertiary notes develop with age: leather, fur, venison, and truffle. The velvety palate is dense, ample, and opulent, with powerful yet fine tannins.