" Deep garnet red, shading to brick. Lovely nose, packed with freshness: dried rose petals, forest floor, blueberry and cassis fruits, a whiff of game, a shot of Kir and Christmas spices. The fruitcake character comes through on the palate, with dry and fresh berry fruit; lovely balance and poise. The wine flows across the palate seamlessly and elegantly. This is a beautiful wine, wonderfully fresh for its age and with a long life ahead. "