Organoleptic qualities of the product: Visual Appearance : Very deep dark colour. Mauve glints.Olfactory Description : Black fruits and delicate aromas of spices. The nose is dense, expressive and intense.Gustatory Description : Wine with powerful supple tannins. Aromas of red fruits and spices. Powerful, concentrated and structured in the mouth.Overall Description : A wine from an assertive tannic vintage, forged by a hot climate. The tannins are very solid but softened by prolonged ageing. Optimum Storage Time : Around 7 years. Food/wine pairing suggestions. : Duck, Daube, Grilled game (in the younger years) or in sauce (when it has aged), &