Color: dense, dark, intense. Nose: delicate bouquet of peony and rose, followed by black and red berries (blackcurrant, blueberry, cherry), liquorice, menthol, and spices. Palate: frank and firm attack, reinforced, yet never harsh, by silky, refined tannins, highlighted by lovely acidity. Pairing: seared foie gras with apples. Comment: a model of elegance and balance.
