Visual aspect: raspberry, peony, raspberry glints, fines and coloured tears. Nose: intense, aromas of the scrublands and blackberry jam, floral (violet, peony), liquorice, balsamic, slightly meaty. Palate: full-bodied, elegant, meaty, velvety, silky tannins. Floral finish, sweet, acidulous, spice, wood and liquorice. Match with food: breast of duck with Morello cherries and bilberries, tripe, cooked offal. Comments: a fine balance marrying elegance and power.
