Color: morello cherry hue, deep, limpid, intense. Nose: intense, aromatic, with red fruits, slightly minty. Second nose with wood, then concentrated, spicy, peppery. Seductive. Palate: ample, creamy attack, liquorice, unctuous, melted tannins, light woody. Delectable palate, pleasant. Pairing: piece of beef from Bazas; chocolate dessert. Comment: a wine to drink for pleasure, balanced, well structured. Age 5-8 years.