Colour is deep garnet with layer after layer of ripe, dark-fruit aromas of blackcurrant with a touch of vanilla and smoke. Well-integrated oaking is present and hints at the classic styling of the wine. On the palate the wine shows wonderful concentration and perfectly-balanced impact with its fullness and elegance. The tannins are significant without being overpowering, complemented by flavours of red plum, black cherry and hints charred wood, cloves and cacao followed by a pure and superior finish. Knowing the potential of the origin, variety and vineyard, this wine can be expected, under decent cellaring conditions, to last beyond two decades.