Visual aspect: dark red colour, deep brick-red tinge. Limpid, slightly opaque. Fine disk. Nose: neat, clear, expressive, intense. Very ripe, black fruits (blackcurrant, plum), spices (cinnamon, clove), mocha notes. Palate: clear, neat, full-bodied, powerful. Good first taste, very marked tannins, rich in alcohol. Match with food: red meat; grill meat, duck fillet. Comments: powerful, structured. To drink with meat.