Aromas are black – a wall of dark fruit rises from the glass. Mature blackberry and ruby plum live in this abyss, brightened falsely by subtle flashes of sweet olive brine; classic to more elegant Francs. But this vintage is about strength and robust flavors. Your tongue meets these deep flavors of black drupes with a mouthwatering tannin, assuaged only with another sip or that complementing piece of charred meat.