Visual aspect: ruby-red with brown tints, orangy rim, clean. Nose: perfume, mint, herbs, rose petal, red fruit and cherry. Second nose : white pepper, chocolate, gamy. Palate: tea leaves, dried vegetables, round fruit with red cherry and mineral flavours. Good acidity with ripe tannins, lovely finish and full body. Match with food: Irish stew ; pasta. Comments: a rich wine.
