Visual aspect: a dark black hue with bright, ruby-coloured tinges. Nose: expressive and elegant, it presents aromas of fruit liqueur (blackberry,blackcurrant), hints of violet and a host of other scents. Palate: full-bodied, stylish, with noble tannins which sustain well-extracted substance. Flavours of black fruit, cinnamon and leather. Match with food: duck with pepper roasted rib steak with shallot and wine sauce why not with Cassoulet? Comment: this enormous wine is a tribute to the rank it holds! Decanted, it will delight all palates.