AGING: Ageing in oak casks from a range of sources for between 8 and 14 months before bottling.

VIEW: An intense, almost violet, red.

BOUQUET: A background of ripe fruit with a touch of smokiness from the oak casks, alongside fruit compote, plums and hints of violet.

MOUTH: Notes of blackcurrant, cassis, plum jam, blackberry and spices predominate, followed by a long and elegant finish.

FOOD PAIRING: Meat dishes, stews and mature cheeses.